News for AJC Latino Jewish Congressional Caucus relaunches at AJC eventUS Congressional caucus focuses on promoting cooperation between Jewish and Latino members of Congress on areas of mutual interest. Macron: France willing to contribute to efforts to achieve 'two-state solution'Speaking to AJC Forum, French President reaffirms commitment to fighting anti-Semitism. Updated version of AJC guidebook of anti-Semitic terms releasedTranslate Hate has become an invaluable tool for defining and educating the general public about anti-Semitic terms and tropes. AJC CEO David Harris named ,Officer, of the Order of the Legion of Honor by FranceDavid Harris, CEO of the American Jewish Committee has been awarded by France with one of the country's top honors. American Jewish Committee urges UN members to adopt official anti-Semitism definitionThe American Jewish Committee (AJC) is urging UN member states to adopt the IHRA Working Definition of Anti-Semitism. Saturday Night Live under fire for anti-Israel jokeJewish groups demand popular comedy show apologize for joke suggesting Israel is vaccinating only its Jewish citizens against COVID-19. AJC in Israel Director: 'Jews in the United States live in fear'AJC Director concerned about trends emerging from survey conducted among Jews and non-Jews. AJC presents special 'State of Antisemitism in America' reportAJC's report "shows deep anxiety among US Jews & lack of awareness among general public about severity of antisemitism in the US" State Department official reveals extent of Hezbollah terrorism in EuropeAt AJC program, State Department Coordinator for Counterterrorism says Hezbollah weapons caches have been discovered across Europe. American Jewish Committee to open office in the United Arab EmiratesMove comes in the wake of the historic agreement to establish full diplomatic relations between the UAE and Israel. UAE minister: It's possible to work with IsraelUAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs says: We can have a political disagreement with Israel and try to bridge other differences. Gantz: Trump peace plan requires consensusDefense Minister speaks at AJC Global Forum: Trump plan gives us a realistic approach to achieving a stable future. Is there a Black-Jewish cooperation in the United States?People of the Pod: Lonnie Bunch on race relations; Isaac Herzog on Israel and the Diaspora. Pompeo: The US will always support Israel's right to defend itselfSecretary of State speaks at 2020 AJC Global Forum, condemns anti-Semitism and PA incitement. A major Jewish organization does “Interfaith” with Muslim BrotherhoodWhy did AJC join iwth ISNA if speakers at ISNA’s conventions routinely attack Israel and even refer to the Holocaust as justifiable punishment for the Jews? AJC calls on Belgium to stop anti-Semitic carnival in AalstAJC Transatlantic Institute calls to prohibit organizers of Aalst carnival from displaying anti-Semitic floats. AJC to EU: Designate Hezbollah as a terrorist organizationAmerican Jewish Committee calls on European Union not to distinguish between Hezbollah's military wing and its political arm. Ocasio-Cortez: Israel is 'criminal' in treatment of ArabsAmerican Jewish Congress President blasts freshman congresswoman: AOC prefers bias and ignorance over the truth. Jewish groups praise Vatican's decision to open WWII archivesAmerican Jewish Committee, Anti-Defamation League welcome Vatican's decision to open the archives of Pius XII. When Jewish politics trumped Holocaust rescueThe sad story of how one man's unbridled pursuit of power stopped the protests that might have made FDR do something to help European Jewry. How Historians will see Canary Mission years from nowCanary Mission has arguably proven itself the single most effective effort against BDS and hate speech. A CM program called “Ex-Canary” features remorseful hate speech purveyors. Rivlin to AJC: Let's work together for the world's benefitPresident Rivlin welcomes delegation from the leadership of the AJC upon the organization's arrival in Jerusalem for its Global Forum. Israeli artists versus the European ParliamentIsraeli cartoon exhibition highlighting Iranian human rights violations opens in Brussels near EP- which refused to present it. Jewish organizations hail Trump's Jerusalem moveJewish organizations in the United States welcome recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, embassy move there. 'The US must stop supporting the PA'Public Security Minister asserts that PA cannot be granted financial aid as long as it is funding terror. Jewish organizatons unite in condemnation of UNESCO voteAmerican Jewish Congress, European Jewish Congress respond to 'diplomatic assault'. AJC criticizes Israel’s anti-BDS lawAmerican Jewish Committee “troubled” by Israeli law banning entry to foreigners who publicly call for boycotting the Jewish state. Trump berated for blasting haredi reporterAmerican Jewish Committee, Anti-Defamation League decry Trump’s treatment of reporter who asked about anti-Semitic incidents. NY Education department apologizes for anti-Israel cartoonNew York State Education Department apologizes for anti-Israel political cartoon in Regents exam. Jewish liberals, when will they ever learn?There they go, reaching out again to those who would gladly see them disappear. AJC: Condemn Iran for Holocaust denialAJC urges members of European Parliament to condemn Iran's human rights abuse, Holocaust denial. AJC, how about Standing with Israel instead of Breaking the Silence?The AJC should Stand With Israel – not with Breaking the Silence and The New Israel Fund. European Parliament Sees No Need for Jewish State?EP rejects amendment calling for Israeli-Palestinian negotiations to be based on two-state principle. Prominent Jewish American Group Rejects Iran DealAmerican Jewish Committee says it concluded overwhelmingly it must oppose Iran nuclear deal. IDF Lone Soldiers from US Celebrate ThanksgivingSoldiers serving while living apart from their families are 'IDF's unconventional secret weapon,' as MK Lipman joins in on the festivities. 'Uphold Conviction of Anti-Israel Protesters'Jewish groups urge court to uphold conviction of 10 individuals for interrupting speech given by Ambassador Michael Oren at UC Irvine. Kerry to Address Leading Jewish ConventionU.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will address the American Jewish Committee 2013 Global Forum on Sunday in Washington, D.C. Jewish Group Honors US Ambassador to UNAmerican Jewish Committee honors US Ambassador to UN, saying she “puts courage and principle above convenience and cynicism.” Jewish-Latino Relations 'Have Come a Long Way'Groups sign cooperative agreement to jointly deepen and strengthen relations between the Jewish and Latino communities in the United States. Greek Neo-Nazi Party Targets Leading Jewish GroupGreece’s neo-Nazi Golden Dawn party has launched attack against leading Jewish organization, charging "Zionists" control Greek, US policy. 'Act Expeditiously to Reverse Israel Boycott'AJC: “This pernicious resolution stands in stark contrast to broader American academic community position opposing such [Israel] boycotts." AJC Urges Senate to Take Closer Look at HagelThe American Jewish Committee is calling for “further Senate deliberation” on defense secretary nominee Chuck Hagel. Golden Dawn Attacks AJC Leader For Greece VisitNeo-Nazi party: American Jewish Committee's visit is an attempt to exert "Jewish influence over Greek political issues." AJC Outraged at Facebook's Treatment of Abu ToamehAmerican Jewish Committee expressed outrage over Facebook’s treatment of Arab journalist Khaled Abu Toameh. AJC Condemns Terror Against Christians in NigeriaTwo terrorist attacks shook the besieged Nigerian Christian community on Christmas Eve, resulting in 12 Christian deaths. German Ruling 'Milestone' in Religious FreedomJewish groups have praised the decision by the German Parliament to allow religious circumcision. AJC Donates $50,000 to Red Cross for Sandy VictimsThe American Jewish Committee has donated $50,000 to the American Red Cross to provide humanitarian assistance to victims of Hurricane Sandy 7 Jewish Groups Withdraw from Interfaith DialogueSeven Jewish groups pulled out of a interfaith dialogue, in response to letter sent to Congres accusing israel of human rights violations. AJC Outraged by Call for Investigation of IsraelChristian call for congressional probe of Israel is attempt to penalize Jewish state for defending its citizens, AJC announced. Defying Israel, UN Chief Confirms Tehran TripUN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon will attend Iran for NAM summit, defying objections from Israel, US and Jewish groups to boycott the event.AJC Urges UN Secretary General to Skip Iran SummitAmerican Jewish Committee is asking UN Secretary General to reconsider visiting Iran for the Non-Aligned Movement summit. Anti-Semitism in Jewish Day School in ChicagoAnti-Semitic graffiti, saying "Kill & Rape Jews," was found spray-painted on a North Side synagogue and Jewish day school, in Chicago. Hitler Shampoo Commercial Pulled from AirA Turkish commercial for men’s shampoo featuring Adolf Hitler has been pulled following widespread protests from the Jewish community. IDF Talks Turkey with US Soldiers for ThanksgivingThe IDF and the American Jewish Committee thank “lone American soldiers” on Thanksgiving with a holiday turkey meal. AJC Hosts IDF Troops for TurkeyLone American immigrants serving in the IDF joined the American Jewish Committee last week in Jerusalem for the traditional Thanksgiving dinner. |
