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Pursuing Racial Justice, Fighting Antisemitism: Black Lives Matter Op-Ed From ADL CEO
This week, ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt published an Op-Ed in Medium in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and the massive Black-led civil rights protests that have swelled up across the nation in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd. "As an organization founded to fight hate, ADL is in solidarity with this racial justice movement. That is because Black lives matter. Period." Greenblatt said.
This also comes after federal investigators launched a civil rights probe into the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin and the subsequent charges brought against Kyle Rittenhouse for allegedly shooting three people, killing two, who were protesting the police shooting of Blake.
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Virtual ADL In Concert Against Hate - Save the Date and Join Us October 18!
For its 26th year, ADL In Concert Against Hate will be on an even broader stage as we create a virtual experience hosted by and for the entire ADL community across the globe. Join us on Sunday, October 18 at 8 p.m. ET for a night of music and inspirational celebration, lifting up ordinary people who performed extraordinary acts of courage and compassion when confronted by hatred and injustice, and showing our strength as a community fighting hate for good.
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Let’s Talk about Voting! ADL Table Talk and Voting Rights Resources
Democracy depends on ensuring that every voter has an equal and fair opportunity to cast a ballot, free from restrictions that have a discriminatory impact. There is, perhaps, no more fundamental right in a democracy than the right to vote.
ADL supports and promotes nonpartisan efforts to encourage voting and make it more accessible for all U.S. citizens, so that everyone is able to take part in this critical aspect of our democracy. This is especially important at this time, as we work to overcome obstacles that could negatively impact voter turnout.
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Virginia Legislators Approve Drop Boxes, Prepaid Return Postage for Absentee Ballots
"Lawmakers voted to appropriate $2 million to reimburse local governments for the cost of providing prepaid postage to voters to mail their absentee ballots. Other language in the bill requires local election officials to create drop boxes ahead of the November general election for people who don’t trust the U.S. Postal Service to deliver their ballots in time to be counted," the Richmond Times-Dispatch reported.
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What Do Safe, Respectful and Inclusive Virtual Classrooms Look Like?
As teachers head back to school—whether that is in person, online or a hybrid model—fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive classroom is as important as ever. How do safe and inclusive classroom practices apply to digital spaces and what can educators do to establish those norms and carry them out throughout the year? Read more about our tips!
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Report: Facebook Doesn’t ‘Recognize Holocaust denial’ as Anti-Jewish Hate Speech
The findings show that not only is Holocaust-denial content available on Facebook, but the social-media network actively lists it through the site’s algorithm as reported by the Jewish News Syndicate.
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Capital Jewish Musuem's Groundbreaking Festival
Be a part of a free interactive, multi-day virtual festival to celebrate the Capital Jewish Museum breaking ground on what will become their permanent home in downtown Washington, DC. Experience a variety of virtual events celebrating the new museum and its explorations at the intersection of American Judaism and American democracy. Explore the full schedule and register for interactive events with top chefs, historians, musicians, family programming, virtual photobooths and so much more!
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Extremists are Using a Range of Techniques to Exploit TikTok
Extremists are constantly adapting and finding creative ways to reach new audiences – and new ways to evade content moderators. Their latest efforts are evident on TikTok, the Chinese social media app that allows users to create and share short videos.
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