There are many Jews who live in America today who are concerned about the flare-up of anti-semitism in Europe and other countries in the world. Hate crimes were committed recently in Europe when people reacted against the actions of Israel in Gaza. Several hate crimes against Jews were committed and even in America hateful graffiti was sprayed on walls outside synagogues and yeshivas. This lead to a recent meeting of Jewish leaders with the Secretary of State and other government officials to discuss the issue of anti semitism in the US.
Although Jews have long had the same rights over where they can live, work and go to school as every other American citizen, there are certain negative stereotypes that are still found to be held by certain citizens. These people believe that Jews do not fit into the American way of life socially, religiously or economically. There is suspicion over how loyal they are to America when they also have a loyalty to Israel.
In fact polls conducted have reflected a decline in this type of stereotypical thinking. This has not, however, lead to a decline in hate crimes. The recent flare-up of these crimes put fear into the hearts of Jews. The economic recession has also contributed to a slight increase in anti-Jewish feeling amongst those with suspicions about the financial power of Jews and their influence on Wall Street.
Despite the fact that polls have revealed a decreasing trend in these kind of negative stereotypes existing, hate crimes in which Jews have been targeted have escalated. These involve bombings, vandalism, arson and hate graffiti. This is probably due to the growth of certain organizations emphasizing Aryan white supremacy.
Aryan white supremest groups have done nothing to allay their fears. These groups such as the Aryan nations and the neo-Nazis voice their bigotry and follow it up with hate crimes. The propaganda voiced by these groups has drawn young, impressionable followers. These groups also attract those looking for a scapegoat for their problems. A tiny fringe minority of neo-Nazis and revisionist historians even deny the holocaust, another form of anti-semitism.
This year has seen anti-semitic acts committed in countries in Europe as well as in the Middle East, North America and Latin America. Death threats have once again been made against Jews and Jewish property like synagogues and yeshivas has been desecrated. More seriously, murders have taken place as well as bombings and gun violence. The Israeli-Palestinian situation has affected attitudes towards the Jews with anger against Israel being translated into anger against the Jews.
The Jews in America are not discriminated against by the majority of the population. In fact, the government has even instituted laws to protect them. However, the fact that violent acts are still being committed against them makes them fearful. They look towards Europe and the Middle East and cannot help but think back to the times when they were persecuted.
Fortunately, they have the complete backing of government who have voiced their total intolerance of such behavior. Strong laws have been made to enforce the unequivocal condemnation of these crimes. President Obama has voiced his total rejection of such attitudes and behavior. It cannot be justified as an expression of their disapproval over what is happening in Gaza.
Although Jews have long had the same rights over where they can live, work and go to school as every other American citizen, there are certain negative stereotypes that are still found to be held by certain citizens. These people believe that Jews do not fit into the American way of life socially, religiously or economically. There is suspicion over how loyal they are to America when they also have a loyalty to Israel.
In fact polls conducted have reflected a decline in this type of stereotypical thinking. This has not, however, lead to a decline in hate crimes. The recent flare-up of these crimes put fear into the hearts of Jews. The economic recession has also contributed to a slight increase in anti-Jewish feeling amongst those with suspicions about the financial power of Jews and their influence on Wall Street.
Despite the fact that polls have revealed a decreasing trend in these kind of negative stereotypes existing, hate crimes in which Jews have been targeted have escalated. These involve bombings, vandalism, arson and hate graffiti. This is probably due to the growth of certain organizations emphasizing Aryan white supremacy.
Aryan white supremest groups have done nothing to allay their fears. These groups such as the Aryan nations and the neo-Nazis voice their bigotry and follow it up with hate crimes. The propaganda voiced by these groups has drawn young, impressionable followers. These groups also attract those looking for a scapegoat for their problems. A tiny fringe minority of neo-Nazis and revisionist historians even deny the holocaust, another form of anti-semitism.
This year has seen anti-semitic acts committed in countries in Europe as well as in the Middle East, North America and Latin America. Death threats have once again been made against Jews and Jewish property like synagogues and yeshivas has been desecrated. More seriously, murders have taken place as well as bombings and gun violence. The Israeli-Palestinian situation has affected attitudes towards the Jews with anger against Israel being translated into anger against the Jews.
The Jews in America are not discriminated against by the majority of the population. In fact, the government has even instituted laws to protect them. However, the fact that violent acts are still being committed against them makes them fearful. They look towards Europe and the Middle East and cannot help but think back to the times when they were persecuted.
Fortunately, they have the complete backing of government who have voiced their total intolerance of such behavior. Strong laws have been made to enforce the unequivocal condemnation of these crimes. President Obama has voiced his total rejection of such attitudes and behavior. It cannot be justified as an expression of their disapproval over what is happening in Gaza.
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