US Jewish groups react to choice of Elliott Abrams as new special representative to IranPresident of American Jewish Congress says Abrams 'will have little time to settle in,' citing upcoming deadline to extend UN arms embargo on Iran. August 7, 2020
Model Elizabeth Pipko, Exodus movement founder, details life in new bookThough yet to be released Finding My Place is already the top new release on Amazon’s women and Judaism list, and it’s the fifth-ranked new release in Jewish biographies. August 6, 2020
IfNotNow endorses Omar for re-election to Minnesota seat'As American Jews, we’re proud to support Representative @IlhanMN in her re-election campaign,' tweeted the group that supports BDS. August 5, 2020
Canadian union gives ‘BDS of the Year’ award to anti-Israel Jewish group'We’re thrilled and honoured to learn that IJV has won the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 1281 BDS Award for 2020!' Independent Jewish Voices stated. August 5, 2020
ZOA ‘pleased’ as Beinart resigns World Zionist Congress positionThe ZOA celebrated Beinart's decision to step down as an alternate to the World Zionist Congress. August 4, 2020
Seth Rogen: ‘I did not apologize’ to Jewish Agency head over my comments on IsraelAfter controversial comments on Israel, comedian Seth Rogen says he did not apologize in Zoom call with Jewish Agency head Isaac Herzog. August 4, 2020
Hundreds of musicians speak out after rapper’s anti-Semitic social media postsPopular names like Rita Ora, Niall Horan, and Lewis Capaldi joined fellow artists and music labels, in addition to industry figures, in signing an open letter titled '#NoSilenceInMusic' on Aug. 1. August 4, 2020
Top Australian Jewish group decries ‘alarming pattern’ of anti-Semitism after Jewish man and his son verbally assaulted in Melbourne'What are you looking at Jew dogs?' the man yelled. August 3, 2020
NY congresswoman who represents Crown Heights supports Nick CannonRichardson called the backlash against Cannon a 'witch hunt.' August 2, 2020
Twitter permanently bans neo-Nazi, Holocaust-denier David DukeTwitter permanently banned American neo-Nazi, anti-Semitic conspiracy theorist, Holocaust-denier and former Grand Wizard of the Ku Klux Klan David Duke. August 1, 2020
Facing survivor, Yom Kippur synagogue shooter in Germany shows no remorse in courtAmerican survivor of Halle synagogue attack confronts neo-Nazi gunman in German courtroom. July 30, 2020
With Beinart Podcast, New York Times Pushes Zionism-Is-Racism LieThe Times podcast is called The Argument, but in this case there is no argument, as all three people on the program are more or less on Beinart’s side and against the side of Israeli Jews. July 30, 2020
UK sees ‘third highest number of anti-Semitic incidents’ for first half of yearThe CST's half-year report found 789 anti-Semitism incidents that were recorded between January and June of this year. July 30, 2020
Actor Seth Rogen: ‘I don’t understand Israel at all’'As a Jewish person, I was fed a huge amount of lies about Israel my entire life,' said Seth Rogen. July 29, 2020
Heroic guard thwarts massacre at Ukrainian synagogueHeroic security guard prevents ax-wielding assailant from attacking Ukrainian synagogue during morning prayers. July 29, 2020
In call with right-wing Zionist leader, rapper Ice Cube condemns anti-Semitism'Shout out to Mort Klein who had the courage to seek the truth and speak with me and see for himself I am obviously NOT an anti-Semite or racist,' Ice Cube tweeted. July 29, 2020
New York police seeking suspects in ‘anti-Semitic grand larceny’ casesVideo of suspects show one of them holding the type of black hat worn by orthodox Jews. July 28, 2020
WIN Exclusive with Americans Against Anti-Semitism founder Dov Hikind: Do Jews have a future in America?'You can’t give up. That’s not the way Jewish people function. God is not going to listen unless we do our part,' Hikind said. July 28, 2020
‘Massacre in the basement’: Remains of Jews murdered by Nazis found in UkraineThe remains of more than 250 Jews who were murdered in the Holocaust in the 'massacre in the basement' were found. July 28, 2020
Opinion: How J Street is attempting to desecrate Tisha B’AvIt may be hard to believe that any self-described Jewish organization could so viciously distort the meaning of a sacred Jewish day. July 28, 2020
WATCH: Swastika mask wearing shoppers confronted in Minnesota WalmartA man and woman shopped in a Minnesota Walmart on Saturday wearing swastika masks, leading to a confrontation with other customers. July 27, 2020
WATCH: Jews and allies ban Twitter, Instagram for 48 hours, protesting anti-Semitism#NoSafeSpaceForJewHate: Jews and their allies will stage a 48-hour from Twitter and Instagram, starting 9 a.m. on Monday, protesting tolerance of anti-Semitism. July 26, 2020
WATCH: Anti-Semitic attackers beat Orthodox man in BrooklynAuthorities announced on Thursday the details of a July 11 attack launched by three men on a 51-year-old Orthodox Jewish man in Brooklyn. July 25, 2020
Holocaust survivor stabbed to death in Moscow apartmentIrina Shur, 90, was a former professor at the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography. July 25, 2020
Omar’s challenger Antone Melton-Meaux: Progressive and pro-Israel not mutually exclusiveMelton-Meaux said, 'to the extent that I can be a useful partner on the issue of U.S.-Israel [relations] or how we communicate with each other in a supportive, thoughtful way, I am proud to be a part of that.' July 24, 2020
Omar slammed for implying opponent is ‘in the pocket’ of Jewish contributorsRadical congresswoman's election flyer says her primary opponent is 'in the pocket of Wall Street' and lists only his Jewish contributors. July 24, 2020
Verdict due in trial of 93-year-old German Nazi in juvenile courtBecause he was only 17, and later 18, at the time of his alleged crimes, Dey’s case is being heard in juvenile court. July 23, 2020
‘Hateful imagery’: Twitter locks out Jewish users for posting Star of DavidAccording to a UK anti-Semitism watchdog group, Twitter deemed the traditional Jewish symbol to be “hateful imagery” and is locking accounts of those who post it. July 21, 2020
Yom Kippur synagogue shooter goes on trial in GermanyThe head of the Central Council of Jews in Germany, Joseph Schuster, called the attack 'one of the worst anti-Semitic incidents of the last years in Germany.' July 21, 2020
American Jewish Committee appoints Christian to tackle anti-Semitism in US'It should be obvious that white Christians should not be leading Jewish organization’s advocacy against anti-Semitism,' tweeted anti-Israel group IfNotNow. July 21, 2020
Madonna latest celebrity to promote Farrakhan speech, gets 700,000 viewsHer promotion of Farrakhan is especially surprising, considering that other celebrities have been widely condemned for doing so and most have since apologized. July 21, 2020
New York’s youngest elected official is determined to fight anti-SemitismLafazan says it's time for younger Jews to run for office and make policy changes that will help both Jews and other minorities in an attempt to stop bigotry. July 20, 2020
Nick Cannon finally issues apology for anti-Semitic remarks, as celebs line up to support or slam himIn a string of tweets, the 39-year-old said he felt 'ashamed' of the remarks he made on the podcast. July 17, 2020
Nick Cannon demands apology from ViacomCBS, announces trip to Israel'I demand that the hate and back door bullying cease and while we are at it, now that the truth is out, I demand the apology,' said the talent show host who was recently fired over his anti-Semitism. July 16, 2020
Gravestones defaced with ‘Death to Jews’, swastikas in southern FranceThe vandalism was discovered by a police officer on July 12, France's Channel 3 Occitania reported. July 16, 2020
ViacomCBS drops Farrakhan-loving TV host, cites anti-Semitic comments'ViacomCBS condemns bigotry of any kind and we categorically denounce all forms of anti-Semitism,' the company said in a statement Tuesday. July 15, 2020
Former ‘America’s Got Talent’ host won’t ‘bow down’ or apologize for anti-SemitismCannon refuses to apologize for spreading anti-Semitic conspiracy theories and praising Louis Farrakhan on his YouTube show. July 15, 2020
Popular journalist quits NY Times, slams bullying, discrimination and anti-SemitismThe Jewish author recalls being labels a 'Nazi and a racist,' suggesting her treatment amounts to 'unlawful discrimination, hostile work environment, and constructive discharge.' July 14, 2020
German official slams bystanders for not defending victim of anti-SemitismGerman official chides bystanders for ‘lack of civil courage’ after Munich rabbi verbally accosted by anti-Semitic assailants. July 14, 2020
NY police search for suspects in assault of Orthodox manLaw enforcement officers in New York City are trying to track down the assailants who attacked a Jewish man on a Brooklyn street. July 13, 2020
Biden picks this man for Jewish outreach; got out the Jewish vote for ObamaThe long-time Democratic political strategist was promoted from the presumptive nominee’s campaign finance committee. July 13, 2020
WATCH: Polish president rejects calls for Holocaust restitutionPolish President Andrzej Duda said he had no intentions of providing compensation to 'heir-less' property that belonged to Jews prior to the Holocaust. July 12, 2020
Jews weigh in on football star’s apology for praising Hitler and Farrakhan“The anti-Semitic comments DeSean Jacks'on expressed on his Instagram were insulting and absolutely indefensible,' said the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. July 12, 2020
World Zionist Organization presents plan to bring 50,000 French Jews to IsraelWZO's vice-chairman says there are 'barriers and difficulties in absorption' for French Jews which must be broken down. July 12, 2020
Diaspora fundraising arm says no funds to Judea and Samaria for ‘practical’ reasonsKeren Hayesod - United Israel Appeal forces every group that wants to receive monetary aid to sign a pledge that it won't engage in activity past the 1967 Green Line. July 12, 2020
Ben Shapiro: Anti-Semitism is ‘last hatred allowed’ in the USPopular conservative pundit Ben Shapiro says lack of left-wing reaction to anti-Semitism shows it is the 'last hatred that is allowed' in America. July 9, 2020
Jewish football player ‘not surprised no one stood up for Jews’ when NFL star said ‘Hitler was right’'I’m not surprised no one stood up for the Jewish people about these comments," said Geoff Schwartz, a former NFL player. 'I didn’t expect anyone to stand up for Jewish people.' July 8, 2020
Left-wing British Jews demand UK reject new Israeli ambassadorSmall organization of left-wing British Jews opposed to 'the occupation' wants Britain to reject Israel's nomination of cabinet minister Tzipi Hotovely as next ambassador to UK. July 8, 2020
Anti-Israel harassment on US college campuses up 60%, report finds'Israel-related harassment continues to be the dominant and steadily increasing form of behavior targeting Jewish students for harm,' the report said. July 8, 2020
Anti-Israel Soros groups cash in on coronavirus relief fundsJ Street and NIAC take taxpayer cash to fuel anti-Israel, pro-Iran agenda. July 8, 2020
NFL player posts about ‘white Jews’ plan for ‘world domination,’ later regrets ‘Hitler’ referencesProfessional football player DeSean Jackson posted quotes attributed to Hitler in an Instagram story accusing 'white Jews' of a 'plan for world domination.' July 7, 2020
Toronto restaurant tells customers, ‘Zionists not welcome’'Just imagine for one second if this were owned by any other person who openly promoted that Blacks, Muslims, Asians, LGBT, etc were not welcome,' posted a Toronto resident. July 5, 2020
‘Israel, you murder children,’ Washington DC protesters chantD.C. protesters trying to link Black Lives Matter to Palestinians chant, ‘Israel, we know you, you murder children too.’ July 3, 2020
Canada doesn’t have moral authority to tell Israel what to do, Jewish group says'CAEF has taken the position that Canada, an ally of Israel, should let Israel decide on its actions, and if not supportive, say nothing.' July 2, 2020
Opinion: Israelis can make their own decision on sovereignty, thank youMany apparently believe that Israelis are unable to comprehend the consequences, but they do. July 1, 2020
Anti-Semitism ‘massively supported’ by Iran in Europe, says Berlin intelligence agency'Anti-Semitism and hatred of Israel were also massively promoted by the Islamic Republic of Iran,' said the Berlin domestic intelligence agency. July 1, 2020
ADL: What is New Jersey doing to fight the spike in anti-Semitism?According to ADL’s most recent audit, there were a total of 345 anti-Semitic incidents in New Jersey – the highest number ever recorded in the state. July 1, 2020
ADL gets into bed with SharptonA Jewish organization partners with a leading anti-Semite to score political points. June 30, 2020
Jonathan Tobin: It’s a little late for Jews to get even with St. LouisThere’s no statute of limitations on anti-Semitic hate, but the effort to tear down a statue of a French king and rename the gateway city is another terrible woke idea. June 30, 2020
Mel Gibson repeatedly called Jews ‘oven dodgers’; Hollywood screenwriter backs up Winona Ryder'I heard him use words like Hebes and oven dodgers and Jew boys,' said Joe Eszterhas. June 28, 2020
