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ADL DC, AJC DC, JCRC of Greater Washington, and The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington expressed anger and disgust by the additional acts of antisemitic graffiti and vandalism in our region this weekend. All organizations have been working together to ensure a coordinated response and partnership with the community. | |
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An antisemitic sign was found along U.S. Highway 1 in Moore County, prompting an investigation for deputies. The sign was found hanging on the N.C. Highway 690 bridge over U.S. 1 near Vass on Sunday, the first day of Hanukkah. The message contained swastikas and antisemitic language “BRING IT ALL DOWN” and “1488.” | |
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The parking lot of the South Riding Town Center was filled early December with people who were disgusted by the hateful, antisemitic, racist, and anti-LGBTQ statements found spray-painted on the exterior of a former grocery store. Click the button below for the full story. | |
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ADL offers several resources to help understand the events of this weekend along with support for families to discuss these matters with young people:
• Antisemitism Today: This Table Talk is designed for families to discuss current information about the state of antisemitism in the U.S. today.
• Empowering Young People in the Aftermath of Hate: An “evergreen” resource for when issues of bias or hate occur. There is suggested language for families and educators based on grade level of the child.
• Helping Students Make Sense of News Stories About Bias and Injustice: General guidance for educators when current events about bias and injustice happen. Suggestions for how to approach and frame the conversation.
• Six Facts About Threats to the Jewish Community: A new blog from ADL’s Center on Extremism detailing threats to the Jewish community. Please note that this resource is best suited for adults.
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Shine A Light
Shine A Light uses the powerful story of Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, to champion the message that light can dispel darkness. It seeks to catalyze conversations within and across communities — on the ground and online — so that people will better understand what constitutes antisemitism and take steps to respond.
Shine A Light comprises more than 80 Jewish and non-Jewish organizations that are committed to addressing rising antisemitism and amplifying our efforts — together. | |
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Regional Director Meredith R. Weisel (right) with Maryland Governor-elect Wes Moore (middle) and ADL Board Member Rick Hoffman (left) at the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington Maryland legislative breakfast.
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ADL’s annual report on experiences in online multiplayer games shows that the spread of hate, harassment, and extremism in these digital spaces continues to grow unchecked. Our survey explores the social interactions, experiences, attitudes, and behaviors of online multiplayer gamers ages 10 and above nationwide. | |
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On December 3, 2022, the ADL Center on Extremism (COE) tracked several extremist events targeting the LGBTQ+ community. This wave of bigoted action from the Proud Boys, the virulently antisemitic Goyim Defense League, and two white supremacist groups comes just weeks after five people were murdered and at least 19 injured in a shooting at an LGBTQ+ club in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Earlier last week, a Texas man was arrested for making death threats against a Boston physician who provides gender-affirming care to the LGBTQ+ community, and a new Department of Homeland Security bulletin warned of threats against LGBTQ+, Jewish and migrant communities. | |
