Antisemitism

Antisemitism is hostility towards or prejudice against the Jewish people. Since biblical times, Jews experienced periods in which they were persecuted for refusing to adopt the religion and culture of the ruling societies in which they lived. The rise of Christianity and perception of Jews as rejectors of Jesus led to a rise in antisemitism.

CIJA calls on Canadian parliament to take immediate action on antisemitic threats

The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs urged the government to adopt 4 new policies to ensure the safety of Canadian Jewry

Argentina posts 44% increase in reported antisemitic incidents in 2023

Argentina saw an alarming rise in antisemitic incidents in 2023, particularly following October 7, with a significant increase in incidents linked to Israel.

By JUAN MELAMED/JTA
17/09/2024

Man accused of plot to attack New York Jewish center will contest extradition, lawyer says

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, 20, was arrested in Canada earlier this month as he allegedly tried to enter the US.

By REUTERS
17/09/2024

Cornell prof. who described Oct. 7 as ‘exhilarating’ back to teaching without punishment

“It was exhilarating, it was energizing ….I was exhilarated,” Professor Russell Rickford said of Hamas's attacks in October, later apologizing for his statements. 

US envoy Taylor says antisemitism is like a submerged submarine ready to rise

US Ambassador Michele Taylor leads efforts against antisemitism at the UN following Hamas’s October 7 attack on Israel.

NYC doctor aiding Oct. 7 victims hit with death threats over Israel support

In addition to being outspoken on Israel-related issues, Dr. Savetsky has been performing pro-bono work treating victims of Hamas’s October 7 massacre over the last year.

Steady work: Comedy writers poke fun at antisemites on new X account

The Comedy Brigade is the brainchild of a group of 13 top American comedy writers who have worked for such programs as The Daily Show, The Tonight Show, Conan, Frasier, and a couple of others.

‘We miss you’: TikTok sees resurrection of Hitler support, Sky News investigation finds

The videos featuring speeches by Hitler and other Nazi figures reportedly garnered high levels of engagement, sometimes receiving millions of likes from users.

Say nothing: Universities are trying a new strategy on Israel and Gaza

Neutrality is also the word of the moment for closely-watched university investments in Israel.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
14/09/2024
  'The Assault on Judaism'

Time for a paradigm shift: The existential threat to Judaism is coming from the West

The assault on Judaism comes in many formats. Antizionism being a cover for antisemitism. A trend of Israel-bashing comes from Western influence threatening Judaism.

13/09/2024
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