"By the numbers: Over half (55%) of Jewish Americans said they've experienced at least one form of antisemitism in the past 12 months, the survey found. 57% believe that antisemitism is now a normal Jewish experience. Nearly one-in-five respondents reported that they were either physically assaulted, physically threatened or verbally harassed because of their Jewish identity in the past year. Over one-third said they've witnessed an incident of actual or threatened antisemitic violence in 12 months."
"Zoom in: The survey found that 48% of Jewish Americans reported taking actions to increase their personal security and sense of safety. 33% said they're developing worst-case scenario plans, and 14% say they've created plans to flee the country. What they're saying: "It is so profoundly sad that Jewish Americans are now discussing worst-case scenarios," said Jonathan Greenblatt, ADL CEO and national director, in a statement."
Antisemitism has moved into mainstream American life, with 55% of Jewish Americans experiencing at least one form of antisemitism in the past year and 57% seeing it as a normal Jewish experience. Nearly one-in-five reported physical assault, threats or verbal harassment, and over one-third witnessed actual or threatened antisemitic violence within 12 months. Many are responding by increasing personal security: 48% took security measures, 33% are developing worst-case scenario plans, and 14% have created plans to flee the country. Rising hate crimes, conflict in the Middle East, and inflammatory online rhetoric are increasing anxiety and vulnerability.
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