Swaths of Anti-Zionist Movement Legitimize Killings at D.C. Jewish Museum
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Many in anti-Zionist circles are celebrating and justifying the murders of two Israeli embassy staffers, and in some cases, even encouraging further violence.
Extremists and Conspiracy Theorists Deny the Capital Jewish Museum Shooting With ‘False Flag’ Narrative
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In the wake of the murder of two people at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., conspiracy theories about the shooting quickly circulated on social media from users across the political spectrum. The most prevalent of these conspiratorial posts alleged that the shooting was a purposeful and coordinated “false flag” attack carried out by the Israeli or U.S. government to make Jews and Israel look sympathetic, tighten relations between the two countries or rationalize going…
ADL consternada por el atroz ataque antisemita en el Capitol Jewish Museum de Washington D.C.
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“Lamentablemente, esta tragedia era inevitable”, tras un año de creciente incitación y acoso antisemita Nueva York, NY, 22 de mayo de 2025 … La Liga Antidifamación (ADL) emitió hoy la siguiente declaración en respuesta al atroz ataque ocurrido anoche contra dos personas que asistían a un evento en el Capitol Jewish Museum de Washington D.C. El sospechoso de los asesinatos de Yaron Lischinsky y Sarah Milgrim, ambos empleados de…
In Latest Attack on Jewish Community, Suspect in Museum Shooting Posted Manifesto Calling to 'Bring the War Home'
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The ADL Center on Extremism has been able to connect the alleged suspect, with a high degree of certainty, to the manifesto, titled “Escalate For Gaza, Bring The War Home.”
ADL Devastated at Heinous Jewish Museum Attack in Washington, D.C.
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“Unfortunately, this tragedy was inevitable” after a year of increasing antisemitic incitement and harassment New York, NY, May 22, 2025 … ADL (the Anti-Defamation League) today issued the following statement in response to last night’s heinous attack against two individuals attending an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. hosted by the American Jewish Committee. The suspect in the killings of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, both employees at the…
Independent K-12 Schools Failing to Respond to Antisemitism
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New York, NY, May 21, 2025, … Jewish families at independent K-12 schools are facing many challenges related to antisemitism and ongoing institutional shortcomings in addressing these issues, according to new research from the ADL Ratings and Assessments Institute (RAI) and the Ronald Birnbaum Center to Combat Antisemitism in Education (CCAE). To address the failures of many independent K-12 schools to address antisemitism, ADL is launching a new initiative to support and empower…
How Independent Schools Can Address Antisemitism: 6 Steps
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Independent K-12 schools play a critical role in shaping not only academic excellence but also the moral and social values of future generations. Since October 7, Jewish students and families in K-12 schools have experienced a disturbing rise in antisemitism – making it clear that schools must take clear, decisive action. This includes having zero indifference toward antisemitism – particularly antisemitic symbols and antisemitic classroom content, which are increasingly becoming…
Hate speech in online gaming spaces is a threat to player safety and well-being. ADL has been advocating with lawmakers and game makers to create change in policies and moderation practices.
Under the Radar: Militias Use New Terminology to Hide in Plain Sight
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Militia groups are increasingly adopting new terms that allow them to camouflage their extremist ideology, sidestep public scrutiny and grow their networks.
ADL Welcomes Return of Israeli-American Edan Alexander from Hamas Captivity
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Edan Alexander is free at last. Shortly after Hamas began its attack on October 7, 2023, Edan Alexander, an American-Israeli from Tenafly, New Jersey, was able to speak to his mother and tell her he was alright. Just half an hour later, she couldn’t reach him. Edan's family heard nothing from him for over a year and a half, except for the cruel propaganda videos released by the terrorists holding Edan hostage. After 584 days of agony, torture, and darkness – Edan has finally…
ADL and JLens Urge Shareholders of Alphabet Inc. to Vote AGAINST Anti-Israel Shareholder Proposal
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New York, NY, May 13, 2025 – JLens, a Registered Investment Advisor, along with ADL (the Anti-Defamation League), today called upon shareholders of Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG)(the “Company”) to vote AGAINST a shareholder proposal designed to harm Israel by pressuring the Company into severing business ties with the country. ADL and JLens noted that Proposal 9 is expected to be submitted to a shareholder vote at the Alphabet annual meeting on June 6, 2025. The…
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) extends its congratulations to Pope Leo XIV on his election as the new head of the Catholic Church. As he assumes this sacred role, we look forward to building upon the legacy of cooperation between the Catholic Church and the Jewish people. “For decades, relations between the Catholic Church and the global Jewish community have steadily strengthened,” said Jonathan Greenblatt, ADL CEO and National Director. “We hope Pope Leo XIV will continue…
Nearly Five-Fold Increase in Antisemitic Harassment on Facebook Directed at Jewish Members of Congress, New ADL Research Finds
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New York, NY, May 8, 2025, … Researchers at the ADL (Anti-Defamation League) Center for Technology and Society (CTS) found that Jewish Members of Congress have experienced a nearly five-fold increase in antisemitic harassment on Facebook since Meta rolled back its moderation policy at the start of the year. Following this policy shift, ADL stated its deep concerns, saying that this change would be a "step backward" and allow increased hate, antisemitism,…
80 años después de la Segunda Guerra Mundial, las siete comunidades judías más grandes reportan un antisemitismo sin precedentes a nivel mundial
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Los incidentes antisemitas aumentan en 2024: un 317% en Australia; más de 38 incidentes por cada 1.000 judíos alemanes Berlín, Alemania, 7 de mayo de 2025 ... Mientras el mundo conmemora el 80º aniversario del final de la Segunda Guerra Mundial, el Grupo de Trabajo de Grandes Comunidades contra el Antisemitismo - J7 publicó su primer Informe Anual del J7 sobre Antisemitismo, documentando fuertes aumentos en los incidentes antisemitas en las…
80 Years After WWII, Seven Largest Jewish Communities Report Unprecedented Global Antisemitism
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Berlin, Germany, May 7, 2025 … As the world commemorates the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, the J7 Large Communities’ Task Force Against Antisemitism released its inaugural J7 Annual Report on Antisemitism, documenting sharp increases in antisemitic incidents in the seven largest Jewish communities outside of Israel. The report highlights dramatic rises in both the total number of antisemitic incidents and antisemitic incidents per capita in—Argentina,…
White Supremacists Help Raise Hundreds of Thousands For Woman Who Hurled Slur at Black Child
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White supremacists, antisemites and racists rally behind a woman who called a Black child a racial slur, helping her raise over $700K while spreading hate.
Meta's Hate Policy Rollback Linked to Increased Antisemitism
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Jewish Congress members experienced a sharp rise in antisemitic harassment on FB since Jan. 2025, according to new ADL research, amid a change to Meta's moderation policies.
Confronting Antisemitism and Anti-Israel Bias in Academic Associations
Tools and Strategies
In response to mounting incidents, ADL and the Academic Engagement Network (AEN) have developed this toolkit to help address antisemitism and anti-Israel bias and to foster inclusive academic spaces that welcome diverse perspectives on Israel and the broader Middle East. It is intended for Jewish and Zionist faculty, staff and others experiencing antisemitism and anti-Israel bias in their professional academic associations and scholarly societies. This resource includes real-world…
ADL Calls for Action to Protect Jewish Students Ahead of House Hearing on Campus Antisemitism
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New York, NY, May 6, 2025 … ADL (the Anti-Defamation League) issued the following statement in advance of tomorrow's Congressional hearing on campus antisemitism by the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, "Beyond the Ivy League: Stopping the Spread of Antisemitism on America's Campuses." Antisemitism on college campuses is a serious crisis. Over the past year, we’ve seen hate-fueled rhetoric and protests that have crossed the line into harassment, intimidation,…