Amy Spitalnick
CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs and senior advisor on extremism to Human Rights First; appeared to discuss anti-Semitism, public policy responses, and community safety in New York City.
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Feb 17, 2025 • 35min
'It's not only Musk and Kanye, there's a broad normalization of antisemitism in the U.S.'
Amy Spitalnick, CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, delves into the troubling rise of antisemitism in the U.S., emphasizing the role of influential figures in normalizing hate. She discusses how most American Jews, a predominantly liberal community, oppose Trump's divisive policies despite some appreciation for his recent actions. Spitalnick highlights the complexity of Jewish identity amidst political polarization and stresses the urgent need for solidarity and diverse opinions to safeguard democratic values and combat escalating threats.
Oct 10, 2025 • 53min
30 Issues in 30 Days: Fighting Anti-Semitism and Anti-Muslim Bias
This discussion features Amy Spitalnick, CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, Daisy Khan, founder of WISE, and Cindy Gross, a conservative Jewish activist. They delve into rising anti-Semitism and Islamophobia in NYC, evaluating candidates' proposals for community safety. The conversation touches on the importance of rhetoric, potential impacts of the IHRA definition on advocacy, and the necessity of protecting civil liberties. They emphasize the need for shared values and mutual respect to reduce polarization and combat hate effectively.
