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Authors Urge Early Education to Combat Rising Antisemitism

12/28/2025

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Lynne Azarchi and Harlene Lichter Galen, authors of Countering Antisemitism & Hate: A How-To Guide for Youth, discussed antisemitism in Princeton.
They observed a rise in antisemitic bullying during the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting anti-bias programming for youth.
Their book urges children to identify trustworthy adults for support in addressing antisemitism.
They advocate starting antisemitism education in elementary school and say their strategies cross political perspectives.

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Lynne Azarchi and Harlene Lichter Galen, authors of Countering Antisemitism & Hate: A How-To Guide for Youth, discussed antisemitism in Princeton.
They observed a rise in antisemitic bullying during the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting anti-bias programming for youth.
Their book urges children to identify trustworthy adults for support in addressing antisemitism.
They advocate starting antisemitism education in elementary school and say their strategies cross political perspectives.