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Chuck Schumer's 'Antisemitism in America' warns of a resurgence in antisemitic views
Mar 26, 2025
Senator Chuck Schumer, the highest-ranking Jewish elected official in U.S. history, dives into the alarming rise of antisemitism in America since 2017. He discusses the complexities of criticizing Israeli policies without fueling hate and examines how political events, including January 6th, have intensified antisemitic sentiments. Schumer also touches on the impact on Jewish students at Columbia University following recent conflicts, and the role of digital platforms in spreading anti-Jewish attitudes, urging for increased awareness and advocacy.
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- Senator Chuck Schumer warns that anti-Semitism has surged in America since 2017, affecting communities across the political spectrum.
- Schumer criticizes the response to anti-Semitic incidents at Columbia University, emphasizing the need for better protection for Jewish students.
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The Rise of Anti-Semitism in America
Anti-Semitism has seen a resurgence in America, increasingly affecting communities across the political spectrum. Senator Chuck Schumer highlights that what once felt like a stable and thriving era for Jewish people in America has shifted dramatically since events like 9/11 and the 2008 financial crisis, which fostered harmful conspiracies. He notes that incidents of violence and harassment against Jewish individuals, such as attacks on students for displaying their identity, have spiked sharply since 2017. Schumer emphasizes that these developments underscore a troubling trend where overt anti-Semitism has become normalized in both political discourse and social interactions.
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