There are many Jews who live in America today who are concerned about the flare-up of anti-semitism in Europe and other countries in the world. Hate crimes were committed recently in Europe when people reacted against the actions of Israel in Gaza. Several hate crimes against Jews were committed and even in America hateful graffiti was sprayed on walls outside synagogues and yeshivas. This lead to a recent meeting of Jewish leaders with the Secretary of State and other government officials to discuss the issue of anti semitism in the US.
Negative attitudes towards Jews have existed for centuries. Amongst American citizens the same negative stereotypes still exist but they are held by a small percentage of Americans. These stereotypes see Jews as being separate from a religious, social and economic perspective. It is also felt that their loyalty to the United States is affected by their loyalty to Israel.
Studies and polls have showed that there has in fact been a steady decrease in such attitudes in the U. S. Over the past two decades. However, they still persist amongst a small but substantial portion of the population. The economic recession has also resulted in increased intolerance for Jews by those who regard them as having too much control over finances and being unscrupulous in business.
Despite the fact that polls have revealed a decreasing trend in these kind of negative stereotypes existing, hate crimes in which Jews have been targeted have escalated. These involve bombings, vandalism, arson and hate graffiti. This is probably due to the growth of certain organizations emphasizing Aryan white supremacy.
These groups include various Klan factions, racist skinheads, the Aryan Nations and neo-Nazis. The swastika has once again become important and the individuals belonging to these groups are often tattooed with this symbol. This symbol is often used as graffiti on buildings. Unfortunately, young impressionable students have been influenced by the bigotry of these groups.
In 2014 the Israeli-Palestinian conflict triggered off a wave of hate crimes against Jews in Europe. A spate of demonstrations that began as peaceful protests against Israeli invasion and bombing of the Gaza strip turned violent. Death threats were made against Jews and synagogues were targeted. In America too, this hatred was seen.
The Jews in America are not discriminated against by the majority of the population. In fact, the government has even instituted laws to protect them. However, the fact that violent acts are still being committed against them makes them fearful. They look towards Europe and the Middle East and cannot help but think back to the times when they were persecuted.
The United States government totally condemns these anti-semitic attitudes and behavior and they have set in place strong laws to back this up. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is not accepted as a reason to justify this intolerance. With the attitude of the government being unequivocal about this issue and determined to see it dealt with, the situation is perhaps less ominous than it may appear to the Jews.
Negative attitudes towards Jews have existed for centuries. Amongst American citizens the same negative stereotypes still exist but they are held by a small percentage of Americans. These stereotypes see Jews as being separate from a religious, social and economic perspective. It is also felt that their loyalty to the United States is affected by their loyalty to Israel.
Studies and polls have showed that there has in fact been a steady decrease in such attitudes in the U. S. Over the past two decades. However, they still persist amongst a small but substantial portion of the population. The economic recession has also resulted in increased intolerance for Jews by those who regard them as having too much control over finances and being unscrupulous in business.
Despite the fact that polls have revealed a decreasing trend in these kind of negative stereotypes existing, hate crimes in which Jews have been targeted have escalated. These involve bombings, vandalism, arson and hate graffiti. This is probably due to the growth of certain organizations emphasizing Aryan white supremacy.
These groups include various Klan factions, racist skinheads, the Aryan Nations and neo-Nazis. The swastika has once again become important and the individuals belonging to these groups are often tattooed with this symbol. This symbol is often used as graffiti on buildings. Unfortunately, young impressionable students have been influenced by the bigotry of these groups.
In 2014 the Israeli-Palestinian conflict triggered off a wave of hate crimes against Jews in Europe. A spate of demonstrations that began as peaceful protests against Israeli invasion and bombing of the Gaza strip turned violent. Death threats were made against Jews and synagogues were targeted. In America too, this hatred was seen.
The Jews in America are not discriminated against by the majority of the population. In fact, the government has even instituted laws to protect them. However, the fact that violent acts are still being committed against them makes them fearful. They look towards Europe and the Middle East and cannot help but think back to the times when they were persecuted.
The United States government totally condemns these anti-semitic attitudes and behavior and they have set in place strong laws to back this up. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is not accepted as a reason to justify this intolerance. With the attitude of the government being unequivocal about this issue and determined to see it dealt with, the situation is perhaps less ominous than it may appear to the Jews.
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