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Yale Poll Reveals Rising Antisemitism Among Young Conservatives

1/14/2026

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The Yale Youth Poll finds younger generations, especially conservatives, more likely to hold antisemitic views.
Sixty percent of 23- to 29-year-olds and 57% of 18- to 22-year-olds disagree with antisemitic statements.
Eighteen percent of 18- to 22-year-olds view Jewish contributions negatively.
Overall, 46% back Israel as a Jewish state, while 64% of those aged 65 and over back Israel.
Researchers note a complex relationship between antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment.

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The Yale Youth Poll finds younger generations, especially conservatives, more likely to hold antisemitic views.
Sixty percent of 23- to 29-year-olds and 57% of 18- to 22-year-olds disagree with antisemitic statements.
Eighteen percent of 18- to 22-year-olds view Jewish contributions negatively.
Overall, 46% back Israel as a Jewish state, while 64% of those aged 65 and over back Israel.
Researchers note a complex relationship between antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment.