"Antisemitism threatens not just one community, but the values that define New York City. New York City is home to the largest Jewish population outside of Israelmore than a million individuals who have helped define what this city is all about. From the bagel shops of Queens to the yeshivas of Brooklyn, to the start-ups and cultural landmarks of Manhattan, Jewish New Yorkers are part of this city's DNA. But in recent years, that sense of security and belonging has been shaken."
"While our efforts fell short of stopping a Zohran Mamdani mayoralty, our focus must now shift to dealing boldly and realistically with the next four years. These efforts should travel from our neighborhood and community level all the way to Washington D.C. All hands on deck and no stone left unturned. Mamdani will not be able to fulfill his agenda as easily as he made it seem on the campaign trail."
Antisemitism has risen sharply in New York City and globally following the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks in Israel, producing rallies and counterprotests with antisemitic remarks. Anti-Semitic hate crimes make up the majority of bias incidents across the five boroughs according to the NYPD, including synagogue graffiti, subway harassment, campus discrimination, physical assaults, and online hate speech. Many Jewish New Yorkers feel unsafe wearing visible religious symbols in public. Political priorities must shift to address safety and civic values over the next four years, mobilizing neighborhood, municipal, and federal efforts to protect the community.
Read at www.amny.com
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