Antisemitism continues to surge in the U.S., with the Anti-Defamation League reporting 9,354 incidents last year alone. New York faced the most attacks, totaling 1,437, exacerbated by ineffective state legislation on masking during protests. Despite calls from Governor Kathy Hochul to ban masks to hold perpetrators accountable, lawmakers remain unresponsive. A significant majority of incidents were linked to anti-Israel sentiment, notably after the 2023 Hamas attacks. College campuses have become hotbeds for antisemitic activities, with backlash against institutions hosting problematic figures, indicating a troubling trend that demands urgent action to protect the Jewish community.
The Anti-Defamation League reported 9,354 antisemitic incidents in the U.S. last year, highlighting a 344% rise over five years and a concerning pattern of escalating violence.
Protesters in New York have been shielded from consequences due to mask-wearing, leading lawmakers to ignore urgent calls for significant action against rising antisemitism.
A shocking 85% of reported incidents were motivated by hatred towards Israel and Zionists, particularly after recent violence against innocent Israeli citizens.
College campuses have become major centers for antisemitic activity, with universities like Columbia and Cornell facing significant backlash for hosting problematic artists and speakers.
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