Tag Archives: antisemitism

Many of Hollywood’s leading actors have in recent years consistently adopted a clearly anti-Israel agenda, with many critics claiming that their declarations have a stench of anti-Semitism masquerading as criticism of the Jews and the State of Israel.

Bruce Ticker critiques modern psychologists' political advocacy at conventions, particularly relating to Palestinian liberation, while expressing concern over the lack of acknowledgment for Jewish issues and rising antisemitism within the profession.

The London borough of Hackney has decided to cancel its twin-city relationship with Haifa. The twinning agreement was signed back in 1968. Hackney’s new mayor, Zoe Garbett, leader of the local Green Party, says she canceled it as a demonstration of “international solidarity.”

Ron Jager discusses the rise of online antisemitism, its connection to foreign influence, and the urgent need to protect Jewish communities and U.S.-Israel relations.

This is simply how I, a secular, October 8th Jew, with no super powers to speak of, makes sense of both my identity and a world where being a Jew is becoming increasingly unsafe.

On behalf of our community, we are profoundly grateful to the ADL for their swift action and unwavering support of this local family and our community. We stand firmly with them in demanding accountability and systemic change.

Bruce Shaffer discusses Boulder’s local politics involving anti-Israel sentiments, highlighting connections between City Council members and pro-Palestinian groups, notably Students For Justice in Palestine.

Colorado Jewish Action Alliance has announced its endorsed candidates for the 2026 election, emphasizing the need for leaders who combat antisemitism and support the Jewish community.

A former Israeli soldier takes his life in Miami while so-called anti-Zionists vote to ban Israeli products at the Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn. So much for empathy for Jewish victims or consideration for American Jews.

Antizionism, increasingly mainstream, is critiqued by Jewish scholars as a hate ideology targeting Israel. An upcoming training aims to equip individuals to combat it.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani opens his four-minute video to recognize Nakba Day with this stark, dreadful lie: “Today marks Nakba Day, an annual day of remembrance to commemorate the expulsion of more than 700,000 Palestinians between 1947 and 1949 during the creation of the State of Israel and the year that followed.”

Jeffrey F. Rosen and his prosecutors faced recusal due to perceived bias in his office's prosecution of five Palestinian supporters . Critics argue he pursued minor charges instead of seeking meaningful justice for vandalism.

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) today released its annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, finding that 2025 was one of the most violent and deadly years for Jews in the United States.

The expanding war against Jews was fought on so many fronts in the past week that I could not keep up.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced backlash after vetoing a bill for security perimeters during protests, highlighting tensions between Jewish communities and anti-Israel activists.

Critics of Israel do express legitimate concerns about Israel’s attacks on Gaza and perhaps Iran and Lebanon. Yet when Hamas massacred 1,200 Jews and kidnapped another 250 on Oct. 7, 2023, who questioned the sources of Hamas’ weapons? Who condemned Iran and any other suspected sources of Hamas’ weapons?

Three episodes came to light over the weekend which exemplify different degrees of offenses toward Jews.

Bruce Ticker ties together recent antisemitic incidents in New Jersey, London, Chicago and Melbourne to demonstrate its global reach.

A guest commentary from the Rebbitzman, Joshua Kail.

Bruce Ticker critiques Professor Mahmoud Mamdani for allegedly engaging in illegal protests at Columbia University supporting Palestinian causes, claiming it creates a hostile environment for Jewish students.

This past week, we were given a stark reminder of the link between classic Nazi ideology and today’s Palestinian related anti-Semitism as expressed by a senior representative of the United Nations.

New York City’s new mayor faces two initiatives aimed at precluding any of his actions that Jewish leaders fear might harm Israel or their fellow Jews in the Big Apple.

A report reveals rising workplace antisemitism in secular nonprofits, highlighting Jewish professionals' challenges and the impending support network launch by Blue Compass in 2026.

Stop Antisemitism Colorado is now the Colorado Jewish Action Alliance (COJAA), focusing on political engagement and community alliances to combat antisemitism and enhance Jewish political power.

Perhaps New York Times columnist M. Gessen will be as afraid to see a movie about Matilda as much as the movie about Hind Rajab.