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Mayor Johnson Stands Against Antisemitism at Hanukkah Event

12/21/2025

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On December 21, 2025, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson attended a Hanukkah party hosted by the Israeli Consulate to express solidarity after a terror attack in Australia.
He conveyed condolences and stressed the need to combat antisemitism, describing Israel's Gaza actions as genocidal.
In follow-up discussion with Israeli Consul General Elad Strohmayer, Johnson reaffirmed his commitment to safety and dignity of all communities and to dialogue with Israel.

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On December 21, 2025, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson attended a Hanukkah party hosted by the Israeli Consulate to express solidarity after a terror attack in Australia.
He conveyed condolences and stressed the need to combat antisemitism, describing Israel's Gaza actions as genocidal.
In follow-up discussion with Israeli Consul General Elad Strohmayer, Johnson reaffirmed his commitment to safety and dignity of all communities and to dialogue with Israel.