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Jewish Leader Warns of State-Backed Antisemitism Threat

1/14/2026

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Adams Warns Antisemitism

Sylvan Adams, President of the World Jewish Congress, told the Florida Jewish community to warn of a coordinated, state-backed antisemitism campaign.
He said hostile foreign actors fuel the effort, not spontaneity, as regimes seek to weaken Israel.
Adams highlighted Iran's role in orchestrating regional instability and exporting antisemitic narratives.
He praised U.S. leadership for supporting Israel and noted unprecedented unity in the Jewish community.

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Task Force Tackles Antisemitism

National Task Force to Combat Antisemitism launched Project Esther to address rising antisemitism in the U.S.
Initiative aims to dismantle networks supporting anti-Israel sentiments and promote disassociation from groups funding terrorism.
Heritage Foundation, under Kevin Roberts, says antisemitism is a broader American issue, not just a Jewish concern.
A public meeting will be held January 22, 2024, to discuss strategies against antisemitic incidents and pro-Hamas rallies after October 7 attacks.

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Adams Warns Antisemitism

Sylvan Adams, President of the World Jewish Congress, told the Florida Jewish community to warn of a coordinated, state-backed antisemitism campaign.
He said hostile foreign actors fuel the effort, not spontaneity, as regimes seek to weaken Israel.
Adams highlighted Iran's role in orchestrating regional instability and exporting antisemitic narratives.
He praised U.S. leadership for supporting Israel and noted unprecedented unity in the Jewish community.

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