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Rising Antisemitism in NYC Threatens Community Safety

12/11/2025

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Story summary

A visit to New York City reveals rising antisemitism, illustrated by an Uber driver with extremist views.
The author says mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani normalizes rhetoric, threatening Jewish communities.
In contrast, the author writes of a visit to Israel, where coexistence and personal freedom thrive.
They warn New York is drifting from these values and antisemitism could trigger violence.
They call for action to reclaim the city’s safety and freedom.

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Story summary

A visit to New York City reveals rising antisemitism, illustrated by an Uber driver with extremist views.
The author says mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani normalizes rhetoric, threatening Jewish communities.
In contrast, the author writes of a visit to Israel, where coexistence and personal freedom thrive.
They warn New York is drifting from these values and antisemitism could trigger violence.
They call for action to reclaim the city’s safety and freedom.