The tragic murders of Sarah Milgram and Yaron Lischinsky outside the Capital Jewish Museum underscore the persistent threat of antisemitism. This museum, crucial for understanding American Jewish identity, represents a history where advocacy against such prejudice is vital. Notably, General Ulysses S. Grant’s 1862 General Order No. 11 expelled Jews from his command, illustrating the weaponization of antisemitism throughout history. For over two centuries, Washington's Jewish community has engaged in advocacy to secure their place in American democracy, reflecting resilience against ongoing discrimination.
The Capital Jewish Museum is an essential institution for understanding the flourishing of individual and American Jewish identity in the face of antisemitism.
General Grant’s General Order No. 11 during the Civil War expelled Jews as scapegoats, demonstrating how ancient stereotypes were weaponized.
The advocacy efforts of Washington's Jewish community have been fundamental for over two centuries, fighting against antisemitism and promoting American democracy.
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