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Jewish Americans Face Surge in Antisemitism and Safety Concerns

10/8/2025

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Jewish Americans' Safety Concerns

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) finds 55% of Jewish Americans experienced antisemitic incidents in the past year.
The survey shows 57% view antisemitism as normal in Jewish life, while 79% worry about safety.
Antisemitic incidents surged after Hamas's Oct. 7, 2023 attack; 2024 totals exceed 9,000, the highest since 1979.
Many Jewish Americans have taken security steps, including contingency plans to flee the country.

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Communities Honor Victims

Global communities mark the second anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack (1,200 killed, 251 abducted).
France and Australia call for unity and the release of remaining hostages.
In Australia, rising antisemitism coincides with reduced security for Jews and rising identity.
The UJA-Federation of New York reflected on the attack's impact.
In South Africa, a musical tribute honors victims and hostages.

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Historical Context

Antisemitism in the U.S. has surged since the 2010s, with incidents rising from 3,698 in 2022 to 8,873 in 2023, the highest since 1979. Following the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, antisemitic incidents exceeded 9,000 in 2024, prompting increased security measures within Jewish communities and raising significant concerns about safety and identity among American Jews.

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Jewish Americans' Safety Concerns

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) finds 55% of Jewish Americans experienced antisemitic incidents in the past year.
The survey shows 57% view antisemitism as normal in Jewish life, while 79% worry about safety.
Antisemitic incidents surged after Hamas's Oct. 7, 2023 attack; 2024 totals exceed 9,000, the highest since 1979.
Many Jewish Americans have taken security steps, including contingency plans to flee the country.

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