News for Antisemitism Conspiratorial Anti-Zionism: Professor David Miller and the ‘paranoid style’ of politicsFor a wide range of ideological extremists, anti-Semitism is still the stupid answer for why what goes wrong with the world happens. Op-ed. Michigan State University hit with multiple anti-Semitic incidents over one weekendMSU's Jewish studies department is calling for action after a rash of anti-Semitic incidents hits the campus on the same weekend. Man arrested in anti-Semitic defacement of Atlanta autism centerSuspect arrested by police for August vandalism of Emory University Autism Center, including targeting a Jewish employee with a swastika. Ohio park hit with swastika graffiti and 'extreme vandalism'Powell, Ohio park complex sustains serious damage, after trail defaced with swastika and swimming pool trashed by unknown individuals. Mexican Jewish leader targeted with anti-Semitic vandalism, threats to leave townPresident of the Jewish community in Merida, Mexico targeted with anti-Semitic vandalism, threatening calls warning him to leave town. Man defaced 17 London bus stops with 'Jews are grey aliens'UK man behind graffiti in Jewish areas of London standing trial on charges of stirring up racial hatred. Poll: 65% of Jewish college students feel ‘unsafe’ on campusSurvey also finds that half of Jewish students polled hide their Jewish identity to avoid physical or verbal attacks. Huntington latest NY town to adopt IHRA definition of anti-SemitismLong Island town joins other local municipalities in adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of anti-Semitism. Maine man accused of threatening to kill Jews during High Holy Days denied bail24-year old allegedly posted to Twitter that he wanted to "kill Jews with my AR-15" during the High Holy Days.Anti-Semitic graffiti found at Atlanta high school before Yom KippurA second Atlanta, Georgia area high school was defaced with anti-Semitic graffiti during the High Holy Days. 22% of Jewish adult gamers suffered anti-Semitism while playingADL survey finds more than one in five Jewish adults who play online multiplayer games faced anti-Semitism while playing. California teachers union slammed by Jewish advocacy group for anti-Israel resolutionStandWithUs calls San Diego union's resolution “disturbing” and full of "misrepresentations."Man threatening to 'kill Jews with my AR-15' during Rosh Hashanah arrested in Maine24-year old Buxton, Maine resident faces up to five years in prison for threatening to kill Jews during the High Holy Days. Suspect in gang attack on Jewish man in Lyon, France arrestedLeader of gang, reportedly a minor, held by police after Jewish man called anti-Semitic slur and assaulted at the end of Rosh Hashanah. Vilnius Jewish cemetery defaced with swastika on Rosh HashanahHate symbol was immediately removed from the Old Jewish Cemetery but shortly after was found again on the same sign. Croatia joins growing list of nations boycotting Durban IV eventCroatia becomes the latest country to boycott Durban IV over concerns about anti-Semitism. Jewish New Mexico couple's home targeted with swastikaCouple believes they were targeted for being Jewish but with no leads, police unable to launch hate crime investigation. Accosted by a hater: What would you do?How to balance duty to our own safety and that of those in our care with defending our integrity if there is an antisemitic attack? Op-ed. London police arrest man following five anti-Semitic assaults28-year old suspect in police custody under suspicion of committing five racially motivated attacks. UNWRA head admits PA textbooks contain anti-Semitism and glorification of terrorismDuring EU committee hearing, UNWRA chief says the issue needs to be addressed but is criticized for being short on details. NJ town's mayor blames teens for latest swastika vandalismWestfield has been the target of multiple swastika vandalism incidents over the last few years. Paris trial opens for 93-year old Jean-Marie Le Pen accused of anti-Semitic incitementFar right party founder will not appear in person at trial over accusations he made anti-Semitic comment towards French pop singer. New Jewish advocacy org launches initiative to combat campus anti-SemitismThe Abraham Global Peace Initiative has launched “Campus Declaration Against Antisemitism” to empower students to speak up for their rights. State Department staff call on Blinken to fire employee behind offensive blogLetter by over 70 Jewish staff members of State Department decries colleague's blog that contains hateful statements about Jews. Angela Merkel awarded prize for working to combat anti-SemitismGerman chancellor awarded Buber-Rosenzweig Medal for fostering Jewish-Christian dialogue and fighting discrimination against Jews. Unidentified man who assaulted 5 Jews in London may be from YorkshirePolice using man's "northern accent" as a clue in the search to identify and arrest him. Three sentenced for Ohio anti-Semitic incidentAnti-Semitic and swastika graffiti scrawled on a series of building over six-day period in 2020. French woman arrested for yelling "Heil Hitler" at Jewish family on ShabbatWoman who reversed car up to family and yelled Nazi salute along with calling Jews "the shame of France" faces prison term and large fine. Swastika vandalism of Canadian election signs continuesThe latest candidate to be targeted is Doug Kobayashi, who is running for a riding on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Public School educators’ obsessive hatred of IsraelLesson plans that stoke and institutionalize anti-Semitism and demonize the Jewish state. Op-ed. UK uni at center of anti-Semitism scandal mocked on social mediaUniversity of Bristol asks Twitter users what it is famous for and ends up with a backlash for its failure to tackle campus anti-Semitism. Swastika spray painted on Jewish family's garage in Cape Code, MassachusettsJewish residents worry the incident might be written off as a prank by kids the way similar anti-Semitic graffiti has been in the past. Founder of French website listing high profile Jews facing multiple chargesSince removed website "I am everywhere" listed figures it claimed where Jewish, and referenced anti-Semitic WWII publication. Suspect in stabbing of Boston rabbi to face nine indictmentsAlleged attacker to face multiple counts of assault, battery and violating his victim's constitutional rights.Jewish New Mexico couple targeted with burning cross in their yardNewly arrived couple victims of KKK hate symbol attack, police investigating whether hate crime occurred.Another Canadian candidate’s election sign defaced with a swastikaLiberal candidate for Surrey, British Columbia riding called vandalism of his sign "intolerable." AJC speaks to US secretaries of state combating about anti-SemitismJewish advocacy group focused on understanding anti-Semitic tropes and symbols and how to protect Jews and build community coalitions. Report: Far right groups on TikTok using music to get around hate content regulationsExtremist users posting anti-Semitic content using musical backgrounds and video effects to fool algorithms that detect hate propaganda. Kraft family partnering with NY advocacy group to fight anti-SemitismFoundation to Combat Antisemitism joining forces with JewBelong for "Together we beat hate."B'nai Brith calls out Canadian uni for course on anti-Semitism taught by anti-Zionist profB’nai Brith Canada still concerned about risk updated, new course will "promote hostility toward Jews." NBA player Meyers Leonard speaks about the need for anti-Semitism educationDuring ADL virtual seminar, Leonard talks about the March controversy that led him to begin speaking out against anti-Semitism and hate. Simon Wiesenthal Prize honors individuals fighting anti-SemitismNew prize, created by the Austrian parliament, will also be awarded for a commitment to Holocaust education. Jewish man slapped at Florida pool in front of his five children in alleged hate crimeMan confronts husband of woman who used anti-Semitic slur against another woman and is assaulted, police considering hate crime charges. Ontario teachers union adopts resolution to combat anti-SemitismWith anti-Semitism at record levels, elementary teachers union has resolved to “establish a task force to combat anti-Semitism in Ontario.” Defund Hillel? Defund Rutgers.Rutgers will likely continue to sit on its hands and allow blatant antisemitism on campus. The larger Jewish community must not do so.Op-ed Metro LA police dep suspends 13 cops over anti-Semitic, racist and hateful messagesTorrance police, rocked by earlier scandal involving swastika placed on impounded car, dealing with behavior city's mayor calls "sickening." Australian Jewish org calls on government to adopt IHRA definition of anti-SemitismAustralia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council says that endorsement would send a message about combating all forms of anti-Semitism. Wave of anti-Semitic graffiti hits Canada after federal election calledThis week has seen the Jewish community targeted multiple times, with signs, a synagogue, baseball field, school and parked car defaced. Scottish first minister promises to tackle rising anti-SemitismMeeting with Scottish Jewish leaders, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon reiterates her commitment to combating Jew-hatred in Scotland. UK Jewish org calls for suspension of Bristol prof under investigationBoard of Deputies calls on University of Bristol to suspend prof pending outcome of investigation into comments made about Jewish students.Maine lawmakers release letter denouncing anti-SemitismLetter comes after a state representative is accused of speaking at an event blamed for spreading anti-Semitic conspiracy theories. Melbourne hospital fires employee for 'abhorrent' anti-SemitismAn employee at a Melbourne hospital was so angry at an illegal engagement party hosted by Jews, he wished them death in the gas chambers.American Jewish Committee speaks to US mayors about anti-SemitismVirtual training session provides mayors with concrete steps to tackle anti-Semitism coming from the left, right and religious extremists. Canadian city launches police unit to tackle anti-Semitism, hateHamilton, Ontario's Hate Crime Case Review Team will partner police with community agencies to review cases and draft recommendations. NBA player Meyers Leonard to speak at event discussing education to combat anti-SemitismAfter scandal involving anti-Semitic slur, NBA free agent is now speaking up about the need for anti-Semitism education. Chinese state media organ slammed for anti-Semitic cartoon of Sec of State Anthony BlinkenCaricature depicts Blinken with oversized Jewish nose, horns, US flag on his back and secret control of the World Health Organization. Holocaust survivors call for legislators to oppose California ethnic studies billHolocaust survivors and descendants sign letter urging Jewish legislators in California not to back curriculum accused of anti-Jewish bias. |
