Antisemitism in America: Why Now?
Throughout this series, CBS12 News has looked at the consequences, victims, and even perpetrators of hate fueled by antisemitism. Throughout, one question has some up over and over again: why now? (WPEC)
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Throughout this series, CBS12 News has looked at the consequences, victims, and even perpetrators of hate fueled by antisemitism. Throughout, one question has some up over and over again: why now?
Antisemitism is not a new phenomenon.
There are mentions of it dating back thousands of years. What is new is in a time when discrimination and prejudice of all kinds are being rooted out and dragged into the light, this brand of hate seems to be spreading.
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Antisemitism has changed with the times. The internet has made it easier than ever for like-minded individuals to find each other and share in their obsessions. The Jewish people have been blamed for everything from 9/11 to COVID to inflation. And thanks to the internet, lies and propaganda can be shared around the world in an instant.
One thing experts we talked to agree on: the only way to stop antisemitism is to refuse to ignore it. To stand up in support of the Jewish people at a time when they are under attack across the globe.
That's the goal behind a new initiative called "Stand Up to Jewish Hate" from the Robert Kraft Foundation. You can learn more about the campaign at standuptojewishhate.org.