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May 25, 2023

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THE WEEK'S BIG 3



The Biden Administration released a historic national strategy to combat antisemitism shaped by ADL, with policies that bolster education on antisemitism and Jewish-American heritage, improve security for Jewish communities, reverse the “normalization” of antisemitism, and counter antisemitic discrimination. Adidas will start selling some of the shoes from its defunct Yeezy partnership at the end of May and plans to donate some of the proceeds to ADL and other organizations fighting antisemitism and racism. Massachusetts logged the country's sixth-highest rate of antisemitic harassment, vandalism and assault in 2022, according to a new report from ADL Center on Extremism.


Read on for more on these headlines, news you can use to fight hate and the latest info about ADL from around the country.


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White House Releases National Strategy to Fight Antisemitism

“The White House on Thursday rolled out its national strategy for combating antisemitism as the country grapples with record levels of violence, vandalism and hate speech directed at Jewish communities. President Biden, second gentleman Doug Emhoff and other officials detailed the strategy during a virtual event from the White House. It is the first time the federal government has formulated a national effort to fight antisemitism, and the administration’s effort contains more than 100 provisions that call for congressional action, increased monitoring by technology platforms and improved education at the civic level.” The Hill:
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Jonathan Greenblatt Tweet:
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Fighting #antisemitism is about principles, not politics. We’re glad today’s @WhiteHouse announcement recognizes that. Thank you to the @POTUS Administration for making this historic strategy a priority and to the @ADL grassroots advocates who helped make this happen!

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ADL Welcomes First-Ever White House National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism


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Adidas’ Yeezy Sales Are Going to Anti-Defamation League, George Floyd Family’s Organization

“Adidas has announced that proceeds from the sale of their $1.2 billion worth of Kanye West’s Yeezys shoes will benefit charities like the Anti-Defamation League and a non-profit founded by George Floyd’s brother. The company’s CEO Bjorn Gulden previously told shareholders that Adidas would begin offloading the leftover Yeezys and “donate money to the organizations that help us and were harmed by what Ye said’.” Rolling Stone:
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Jonathan Greenblatt Tweet: At a time when antisemitism has reached historic levels in the US & is rising globally, we appreciate how @adidas turned a negative situation into a positive outcome. They've shown thoughtfulness in engaging w/ community orgs working to combat this hate.


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Antisemitism, White Supremacy on the Rise in Massachusetts

“As antisemitic attacks and white supremacist activity escalate in Massachusetts, the Anti-Defamation League is imploring Beacon Hill policymakers to pass legislation to crack down on hate crimes and online harassment. Massachusetts logged the country's sixth highest rate of antisemitic harassment, vandalism and assault in 2022, according to a a new report from the ADL Center on Extremism. There were 152 antisemitic incidents last year, compared to 108 in the prior year, marking a 41 percent rise.” NBC Boston:
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Extremists are trying to instill fear and intimidation through their propaganda and increasingly aggressive demonstrations in Massachusetts. Our new report analyzes extremist activity in the state and offers recommendations for lawmakers.

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Hate in the Bay State: Extremism & Antisemitism in Massachusetts, 2021-2022


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KEY ADL SOCIAL STATEMENTS


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Deeply disturbed by this incident in which an individual, apparently in possession of a Nazi flag, rammed the security barriers across the street from the White House. We thank @SecretService & law enforcement for their swift action & arrest. We're in contact with relevant agencies as we learn more about the suspect.
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The Pentagon must make good on its promise to root out extremism in the ranks. As Jack Teixera’s leaks remind us & as ADL experts have said time & time again: extremist threats in the military, & in any other institution, undermine our national security.
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@TheIHRA working definition not only defines antisemitism, but also serves as a tool to help identify its many forms and fight back against anti-Jewish hatred. Share this video from our partners @WorldJewishCong to show your support for #IHRA.


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IN THE COMMUNITY


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Fremont Co. man facing federal weapons charges, accused of having beliefs consistent with Nazism (KRDO Colorado, Scott Levin Interviewed)
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California Extremism Report – (CapRadio, Teresa Drenick interviewed)
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‘Hotbed for extremism’: Antisemitism, white supremacy on the rise in Massachusetts, report says (Boston 25 News)


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ADL IN THE NEWS


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Oren Segal on the neo-Nazi beliefs of the U-Haul ramming suspect (CNN Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer)
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How generative AI could generate more antisemitism (Axios)
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Unbowed, Proud Boys are planning now for their biggest Pride Month disruptions ever, extremism watchdogs warn (Business Insider)


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ADL ACTION OF THE WEEK


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Ask Congress to Help Implement the National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism


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