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Holocaust Survivors' Stories Highlight Antisemitism Concerns in Maine

2/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Author Jack Montgomery released From the Holocaust to Maine, profiling 20 survivors who rebuilt lives in Maine.
A permanent exhibit at the Maine Jewish Museum accompanies the book, with portraits and stories.
In Brooklyn Heights, a principal did not invite Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann to speak, a decision criticized by parents who allege antisemitism and call for removal.
The stories stress remembering Holocaust history amid rising antisemitism.

History

Historical Context

The Holocaust Remembrance Act of 2000 established a framework for Holocaust education in the U.S. to combat rising antisemitism, which surged by 34% in 2021. This legislation aligns with the global emphasis on Holocaust memory, particularly since the 1990s, and highlights the importance of survivor narratives, as seen in Jack Montgomery's recent book, to educate future generations and prevent history from repeating itself.

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Story summary

Author Jack Montgomery released From the Holocaust to Maine, profiling 20 survivors who rebuilt lives in Maine.
A permanent exhibit at the Maine Jewish Museum accompanies the book, with portraits and stories.
In Brooklyn Heights, a principal did not invite Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann to speak, a decision criticized by parents who allege antisemitism and call for removal.
The stories stress remembering Holocaust history amid rising antisemitism.

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