Miami-Dade Mayors Unite Against Antisemitism with Jewish Federation

United Stand Against Antisemitism

• 🤝 Over a dozen mayors from Miami-Dade County gathered at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation to condemn rising antisemitism.
• 🗓️ This marks the fourth year of their united stand, with this year being highlighted as the most critical.

Escalating Antisemitic Incidents

• 📈 Florida is ranked in the top 10 states for antisemitic incidents in 2024.
• 💔 One in three American Jews has been directly targeted by antisemitism.
• 🌍 The mayors cited recent attacks, including one that killed 16 Jews in Australia, as a reason for their urgent action.

Call to Action and Community Safety

• 🚫 Mayors emphasized that antisemitism will not be ignored in their communities and that Miami-Dade County is not a place for hate.
• 🗣️ They are encouraging everyone not to be a bystander to any act of hate, urging people to stand up and speak out.
• ✨ The mayors acknowledged that Jewish community members feel safe and valued in South Florida, highlighting the region as a special place for them.
• 💡 The event was inspired by acts of goodness and light, with a menorah lighting on the beach to send a message of resilience against fear.