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Asked to Denounce White Supremacists, President Trump Tells Far-Right Extremist Group to "Stand By"
President Trump name-checked the Proud Boys during Tuesday night’s presidential debate, telling them to “stand by,” and members of the right-wing extremist group could barely contain their excitement. Debate moderator Chris Wallace asked Trump, “Are you willing tonight to condemn white supremacists and militia groups and to say that they need to stand down and not add to the violence?”
“Proud Boys, stand back and stand by,” Trump responded.
In the weeks leading up to the 2020 presidential election, the ADL Center on Extremism in conjunction with ADL’s Center for Technology and Society is releasing a series of news briefs on topics of concern regarding the role extremists and extremism more broadly are playing in our current political environment.
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ADL CEO's Op-Ed in the Forward Relecting on Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Life and Contributions
"RBG had an inimitable impact because she fought so skillfully and achieved so much in the realm of equality and justice. Americans across the political spectrum admired her for her intelligence and tenacity. And yet her life resonated on a deeper level with so many — women, minorities, but particularly Jews," ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt said.
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ADL Statement on Grand Jury Decision Regarding Officers Involved in the Killing of Breonna Taylor
Last week, ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt issued this statement regarding the announcement from the Jefferson County, KY Grand Jury.
"This injustice should shock the conscience of the entire nation and stands as a prime example of systemic racism in our country."
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How Do Polls Inform, Influence and Impact Elections?
Polls and opinion surveys are part of our daily lives. From responding to surveys on social media to reading results from the latest election poll, we are inundated with information about what the public thinks about a variety of topics and issues. This lesson provides an opportunity for students to learn about polling, understand the importance of identity and demographics in polling, reflect on potential bias in polls and create their own poll in order to analyze their design.
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7 Engaging Picture Books about Voting and Elections
Talking with young children about voting and elections can open doors to conversations about fairness, democracy, citizenship and participation. As children grow, it is critical to help them understand how government works, the importance of civic participation and how voting is a key way to make your voice and your opinions heard. These picture books, some fiction and some non-fiction, provide discussion starters about voting, equity, gender, race, representation and voting.
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Fighting Hate From Home: The Impact of the Israel / United Arab Emirates Peace Accord
Israel and the United Arab Emirates made history in August, agreeing to work towards fully normalizing relations and even announcing plans for potential cooperation across civil and societal fields. We were honored to speak with UAE Ambassador to the United States Yousef Al Otaiba to explore the backstory, motivations, significance and way forward for this important diplomatic breakthrough toward Arab-Israeli understanding.
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ADL and American University Launch New Podcast Devoted to Understanding Extremism
This week, ADL and American University unveiled “extremely,” a new podcast that will change the way you think about modern hate and extremism – and what it might take to stop it in its tracks.
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Neo-Confederate Group Members Yell 'White Power' During Pro-Trump Parade Through College Campus
Members of a neo-Confederate group yelled racist remarks as they paraded in vehicles through Elon University in support of President Trump on Saturday.
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Applications Now Open - Apply for ADL Glass Leadership Institute
The Glass Leadership Institute (GLI) is the cornerstone leadership development program at ADL. GLI empowers young professionals to fight hatred and bigotry in their own communities.
The Washington, DC cohort unites activists and supporters interested in learning about effective advocacy and leadership in pursuit of ADL’s mission. Participants are provided with opportunities for team-building and socializing with their classmates and for engaging with ADL’s local and national leadership.
Check out this feature on GLI Alumnae Julia Godshaw and Shelley Greenspan.
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ADL WEBINAR: The Fight for Voter Rights – Past, Present, & Future
On Wednesday, October 7 at 5pm ET, learn the historical context of voting rights and voter suppression and discover ways you can join in current grassroots efforts to ensure equal access to the polls for the upcoming election.
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NEW DATE! Join us on December 6 for Virtual ADL In Concert Against Hate
For its 26th year, ADL In Concert Against Hate will be held on an even larger stage as we create a virtual experience hosted by and for the ADL community across the globe. Join us on Sunday, December 6 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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The Second Wave in Israel's Arab Society: COVID-19 on the Medical and Community Frontlines
With COVID-19 infection rates rising dramatically in recent weeks, Israel implemented a three-week nation-wide lockdown over the High Holidays. In contrast to the first wave, when the number of cases in Arab society remained relatively low, Arab communities now account for 75 percent of Israel’s ‘red zones’. Join the Inter-Agency Task Force and the Greater Washington Forum on Israeli Arab Issues on Tuesday, October 6 at 12pm ET to learn how Arab medical professionals and community leaders are working to flatten the curve in the face of deepening social and economic strains. Please send your RSVP to
[email protected].
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