"Gerard Filitti, senior counsel at The Lawfare Project, stated that extreme security measures were necessary due to the sensitive nature of the event, reflecting the reality of being Jewish today. He noted, 'This is unfortunately part of the experience of being Jewish in an age of Jew-hatred.'"
"Brooke Goldstein, founder of The Lawfare Project, emphasized that the summit was not merely about complaining over antisemitism but about supporting civil rights and free speech. She remarked, 'If somebody is standing on a corner ho...' which underscores the importance of addressing hate while promoting fundamental rights."
Jewish lawyers, faith leaders, and community advocates convened an interfaith summit to address the rise of antisemitism and advocate for legal and societal responses. The Lawfare Project organized the event for #EndJewHatred Day, emphasizing the need for action against Jew-hatred. Security was heightened due to the sensitive nature of the discussions. Speakers highlighted the fear experienced by the Jewish community and the importance of supporting civil rights and free speech in combating discrimination and oppression.
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