The Anti-Defamation League's annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents for 2024 revealed that Massachusetts reported 438 antisemitic incidents, ranking fifth highest among states. This data is part of a wider trend, as 9,354 such incidents occurred nationwide, marking a record high and a 5% rise from the previous year. In Massachusetts, incidents primarily consisted of harassment (276), vandalism (157), and assaults (5). The report emphasizes a consistent rise in antisemitism rather than a temporary spike, and college campuses emerged as hotspots for such activities, particularly concerning Israel-related incidents. Boston, Cambridge, and Newton were identified as key zones of concern.
Of the reported antisemitic incidents in Massachusetts, 276 were classified as harassment, 157 as vandalism, and five as assault, reflecting a complex and troubling trend.
The Anti-Defamation League noted a 344% increase in antisemitic incidents over the past five years, indicating a troubling long-term trend rather than a temporary spike.
Massachusetts was identified as having the fifth most antisemitic incidents, with Boston being a major hotspot, recording 96 incidents alone.
In 2024, antisemitism on college campuses saw significant growth, with 89% of incidents in Massachusetts directly related to Israel, highlighting broader societal tensions.
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