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.

German soccer team Borussia Dortmund honored for fighting antisemitism

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz addressed the dinner portion of the summit, amplifying his strong support for the Jewish people and Israel.

'I set a synagogue on fire': Texas man sentenced in antisemitic arson case

Franklin Sechriest was caught on CCTV carrying fuel toward the synagogue moments before the fire and had also admitted to the attack in his journal.

US Jews speak up as antisemitism soars on campuses amid Israel-Hamas war

One esteemed institution after another, Ivy Leaguers and respected state and private universities have been dangerously redefined by a woke agenda that sees them support Hamas.

By LIANE GRUNBERG WAKABAYASHI
01/12/2023

Nearly half of British Jews considering leaving amid surge in antisemitism

70% of British Jews conceal their Jewish identity in public.

01/12/2023

Protesters brandish swastikas at pro-Palestinian rally outside Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting

One protester carried a sign that compared Jews to Nazis via a blood-spattered swastika intertwined with a Star of David and the words, “The irony of becoming what you once hated.”

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
30/11/2023

London council cancels Hanukkah celebrations due to ‘conflict in Middle East’

The council wrote in the statement: “Sadly, there are some who are politicising this and making accusations of antisemitism. This is categorically untrue."

Readers shared antisemitism they've experienced, and it is horrifying

We turned to our readers to hear about their experiences with antisemitism, and the responses were disheartening.

Officials defend students who targeted pro-Israel teacher at Queens high school

“So many of the students who were running or jumping had no idea what was even going on. They were doing what 14 and 15-year-olds do,” Banks said.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
30/11/2023

Oakland City Council rejects bid to denounce Hamas as public speakers lacerate Israel

The people in the video were among the more than 250 people who offered public comment during the special meeting devoted to the resolution, which lasted for six hours.

By NATALIE WEINSTEIN/JTA
30/11/2023

Antisemitic incidents have surged 320% in Germany since Oct. 7

Jewish life is becoming less visible in Germany, as Jews refrain from wearing identifiable symbols and speaking Hebrew in public.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
30/11/2023
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