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ADL Launches Online Election Incident Reporting Tool in Response to Concerns of Extremist Interference
In response to growing concerns that extremists could attempt to interfere at the polls in the next few days as Americans cast their ballots, ADL has established a new online incident reporting tool that will enable voters to flag any potential hate crimes or disruptions involving extremists.
For more information on voting as we lead up to November 3, visit our Voting FAQ.
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ADL and National Urban League Announce Expansion of Partnership Focusing on Voting Rights and Other Civil Rights Issues in 2020 and Beyond
Last week, the National Urban League announced the expansion of a partnership in service of fighting racism, antisemitism and advocating around issues of mutual concern. The partnership is intended to create deep relationships on the ground through the next generation of leaders, uniting each organization’s existing young professional cohort into a powerful network. The initiative is already underway in Philadelphia with a voting rights pilot project entitled “Our Time, Our Vote.”
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Pittsburgh: We Remember and Reflect
On the second anniversary of the tragic October day, we honor the eleven lives lost to the single deadliest antisemitic attack in US history. We hear from Pittsburghers who share an outlook of hope as their community heals.
White supremacist Robert Bowers killed 11 people after posting antisemitic, anti-immigrant rants on Gab. Today, Gab remains extremists' online destination of choice.
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A New York Times Op-Ed Tried to Elevate Black Women, but it Failed to Address Louis Farrakhan’s Bigotry
A recent New York Times op-ed
tried to elevate Black women but, as ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt wrote in a response piece, “it failed to address Louis Farrakhan’s bigotry.” Greenblatt calls out the paper for it’s “shocking omission” in not mentioning Farrakhan’s serial bigotry in a piece about the history of the Million Man March. Read his full Jewish Telegraphic Agency piece here.
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ADL Statement on Introduction of Protecting Americans from Dangerous Algorithms Act
ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt issued this statement regarding the introduction of the Protecting Americans from Dangerous Algorithms Act by Rep. Tom Malinowski (D-NJ) and Rep. Anna Eshoo (D-CA).
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ADL Table Talk: What’s the Census and Why Does it Matter?
Since 1790, there has been a Census conducted every ten years. The Census is intended to count everyone who lives in the U.S., whether or not they are citizens. It is based on actual counts of people including citizens, non-citizen legal residents, non-citizen long-term visitors and undocumented immigrants. This table talk for families and children 10 and up discusses the purpose of the census, how data is collected, census controversies and more.
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Halloween: When the Goblins, Ghosts and Stereotypes Come Out
Halloween should be festive and exciting. When approached thoughtfully, the holiday can bring not just candy and costumes, but creativity, learning and community building. But to ensure that Halloween and other holidays are positive experiences for all, they need to be inclusive and respectful. While COVID-19 has changed the way we celebrate Halloween this year, it is crucial that our costumes don’t demean or stereotype certain groups. ADL’s resource
provides guidelines for families and educators to discuss these potential issues and avoid situations like reports from Westminster, Maryland about a Halloween decoration that appeared to be hung by a noose.
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Northam Can Remove Lee Statue in Richmond, Judge Rules
"Gov. Ralph Northam can remove this city's towering tribute to Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee, a circuit court judge ruled Tuesday. But the judge also halted the governor from acting immediately, allowing the group trying to preserve the statue to mount an appeal," The Washington Post reported. The legal battle started in June after Northam ordered the statue be removed.
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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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