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In the wake of the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, significant public and legal scrutiny was focused on the Oath Keepers, a large anti-government extremist group associated with the militia movement. Despite the group’s national profile, few specifics were known about its membership.
That changed in September 2021, when the non-profit journalist collective Distributed Denial of Secrets (DDoSecrets) published – among other data – more than 38,000 names on the Oath Keepers’ membership list. | |
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Hospitals that provide medical and psychological care to transgender youth have recently seen their promotional videos weaponized by far-right conspiracy theorists, which has resulted in hate speech and harassment against providers. Some of this rhetoric includes antisemitism – highlighting the deeply-rooted relationship between anti-transgender and antisemitic conspiracy theories. | |
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ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt wrote a new op-ed in The Algemeiner, sharing his thoughts regarding pervasive antisemitism on college quads and ADL’s resources available to counter it. "Too many parents of Jewish students worry about their children being able to live and practice Judaism openly and feel safe in their institutions of learning — often because the actions of anti-Israel extremists cross the line into virulent antisemitism," Greenblatt wrote. | |
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This November, ADL In Concert Against Hate invites you to return to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts for an in-person night of music, community and celebration packed with spectacular, can’t-miss performances from acclaimed stars and featuring the internationally renowned National Symphony Orchestra. Through storytelling and song, we’ll introduce you to real-life heroes and celebrate their extraordinary acts of courage and compassion in the face of bigotry and hate. | |
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In the midst of increasing incidents of hate across the world, the time to unite with fellow members of ADL’s global community is now. Tackle crucial conversations, engage with extraordinary experts, leaders and visionaries and be inspired to take immediate action that will create lasting change in your community and beyond.
Through meaningful dialogue, education and interpersonal connections, we will continue the fight against antisemitism, hate and bias in all its forms—together.
The only voice missing is yours. | |
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When Bellen Woodard’s classmates referred to "the skin-color” crayon in a school and classroom she had always loved, she knew just how important it was that everyone understood that “skin can be any number of beautiful colors.” Bellen created the More Than Peach Project and crayons with every single child in mind to transform the crayon industry and grow the way we see our world. And Bellen has done just that! ADL Washington, D.C. was thrilled to honor Bellen for her work at the Concert Against Hate
in 2020. See below for information on Bellen’s first book and our discussion guides for educators and families. | |
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National Hispanic Heritage Month honors the achievements, contributions, culture, and history of Hispanic and Latin American people. The month-long celebration begins on September 15 commemorating the anniversary of independence for five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. | |
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Duncan Tonatiuh is an award-winning author-illustrator whose numerous accolades include the American Library Association’s Pura Belpré Award and Robert F. Sibert Medal. Both Mexican and American, his artwork is inspired by pre-Columbian art. Tonatiuh’s aim is to create images and stories that honor the past, but are relevant to today’s people, especially children. | |
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ADL was proud to play a central role in this special report, with ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt, ADL Center on Extremism VP Oren Segal and ADL Center for Technology and Society Associate Director Daniel Kelley walking CNN's national audience through the vital work we do, sharing a rare look at our new Investigative Research Lab and explaining the insidious ways that antisemitism is swelling on both the right and the left-wing fringes of society and creeping into the mainstream. Our experts joined with Holocaust survivors, victims of antisemitism and government and law enforcement leaders who all testified to the need for action in the face of this new resurgence of this ancient hatred.
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The promise of our democracy can only be made real when we ensure that every voice is heard. ADL supports nonpartisan efforts to encourage voting and make voting safe and accessible, so that everyone is able to take part in this critical aspect of our democracy. This is especially important as we work to overcome obstacles that could negatively impact fair access to the ballot.
Want to ensure your voice is heard in the 2022 election? ADL’s voting rights resources can help!
Use ADL's voting rights tool to get ready to cast your ballot. You can confirm your registration status, check your options for voting in person or by mail, see any changes your state has implemented in its election laws, and view which candidates you can choose from.
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