THE WEEK'S BIG 3

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Fears of antisemitic incidents in the U.S. and abroad

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	October 12, 2023

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					THE WEEK'S BIG 3

					Following last weekend’s horrific massacre of more than 1,300 Israeli civilians by Hamas, Jewish communities around the world are rallying support for Israel – while enduring an uptick in antisemitic incidents and hate crimes. Communities in the UK and France experienced a dramatic surge in attacks, as pro-Palestinian advocacy groups in the U.S. organized a “day of resistance” against “the Zionist enemy,” putting Jewish students and institutions on college campuses on high alert. Jewish communities across the country were ramping up security in response to possible threats.

					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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					Among American Jews, ‘You See a Lot of Broken Spirits’ After Attacks

					“The deadly attacks and kidnappings in Israel this weekend shocked Jews across the United States, leading to tightened security at American synagogues, the cancellation of some holiday celebrations and a sense of horror and helplessness amid concern for relatives and fears of more violence to come.” The New York Times: FULL STORY

					+READ: Let’s Be Honest About the Hate That Drove the Hamas Attack -- Jonathan Greenblatt Op-Ed in Time

					+WATCH: Jonathan Greenblatt on MSNBC’s Morning Joe

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					Tensions Rise on College Campuses as Students React to Israel-Hamas War

					“The Israel-Hamas war has upended activity on U.S. college campuses, pitting student groups against their own university leaders as long-simmering tensions between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian organizations boil over.,” the official said.” The Hill: FULL STORY

					+ADL Resource: Students for Justice in Palestine Endorses Terrorism and ‘Dismantling Zionism;’ Plans Day of Resistance

					+ADL Blog: Support for Hamas Terror at Anti-Israel Rallies Across the U.S.

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					Biden Steps Up Security for Jewish Communities in the U.S. After the Attack in Israel

					“President Biden met with leaders from prominent U.S. Jewish groups at the White House on Wednesday to express solidarity and support after the Hamas attack on Israel, and pledge that his administration is doing what it can to ensure the safe release of hostages.” NPR: FULL STORY

					+ADL Tweet: Following Hamas’s violent and horrific attacks on Israel, Jewish communities around the world are beginning to experience a spike in antisemitic incidents.

					+WATCH: Jonathan Greenblatt on CNN News Central

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					KEY ADL SOCIAL STATEMENTS

						There’s no more important moment than now for all companies to speak out against hate and antisemitism. We're calling on the CEOs of major American corporations to speak out against hate and to sign the #PledgeAgainstAntisemitism.

						Today in Reykjavik, Board Member @sharon_nazarian testified on behalf of ADL to urge an Icelandic court to shut down the antisemitic #MappingProject, which is now ramping up its calls in support of Hamas & continues to put Jewish communities in danger

						Since the start of Hamas’ invasion & massacre of innocent civilians, we’ve seen a surge of antisemitism, hate, misinformation, & propaganda spread on social media & messaging platforms. Here are 7 things we call on social media companies to do immediately

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					IN THE COMMUNITY

						Anti-Defamation League: Hamas violence inexcusable (Sarah Emmons Op-Ed, Palm Beach Post)

						Connecticut leaders are concerned about increase in antisemitism (NBC Connecticut, Stacey Sobel Interviewed)

						Colorado leaders gather at Denver synagogue to show support for Israel following Hamas attack (Colorado Newsline, Scott Levin interviewed) 

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					ADL IN THE NEWS

						The ‘high tide of American antisemitism’ makes Israel attacks foreboding (The Washington Post)

						‘History will judge them.’ ADL leader slams CEOs who are silent on antisemitism (CNN)

						Hamas' attack on Israel directly links to Holocaust, ADL official says: 'Their only purpose is to murder Jews' (Fox News)

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					ADL ACTION OF THE WEEK

						Tell Congress to Protect Citizens from Doxing

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