Texas continues to be a hotbed for extremism and antisemitism, driven by the heavy presence of white supremacist and anti-LGBTQ+ groups that are headquartered or active in the state, according to a new report from ADL. In an effort organized by ADL, several prominent trustees and alumni of the University of Pennsylvania signed an open letter expressing “deep concerns” over the school’s controversial decision to host a Palestinian cultural festival featuring multiple speakers who have demonized Israel and voiced antisemitic rhetoric. A new study finds that Google-owned YouTube is the worst offender among four major social platforms when it comes to running ads on content associated with hateful extremism and white supremacy.

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• Following Yom Kippur, we can comment on the standing ovation received by a veteran of the Nazi's 14th Waffen SS Division in the Canadian parliament. While we appreciate the apologies of the Canadian government, this should have never happened in the first place. It's an affront to Canadians & the wider Jewish community. We echo our friends in Canada - there must be a thorough explanation of how this appalling incident was allowed to happen, and ensure that steps are taken so that it never happens again.
• During a “Name the Nose Tour” earlier this year in Georgia, about a dozen individuals affiliated with the Goyim Defense League (GDL) set out to troll Jewish communities while spreading myths and conspiracy theories.
• It brings me such joy to see Yiddish making a comeback, especially at a time of rising antisemitism. Yiddish not only carries a long cultural heritage, but also has the ability to express nuanced emotions and situations in ways that other languages cannot.

• Beachwood mayor, City Council issue statement condemning use of word ‘Nazi’ by Brooklyn High football team (Cleveland.com)
• Eradicate Hate Global Summit brings together over 1,200 academics, professionals (The Times, Pittsburgh)
• Marin council meetings disrupted with bigoted comments (Marin Independent Journal)

• Canada’s House Speaker resigns over celebration of 98-year-old who fought in Nazi unit (Forward)
• Research Warns White Supremacists Are Building a Shadow Militia (Voice of America)
• In meet with US Jewish leaders, PM dodges criticism of extremist coalition partners (Times of Israel)

• Tell Congress to Protect Citizens from Doxing

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