Noa Tishby on the Rise of Antisemitism and Antizionism

The Resurgence of Antisemitism

• 🚨 The recent murder of two Israeli embassy employees in Washington D.C. highlights a surge in hate crimes against Jews.
• 📈 Over 10,000 anti-semitic incidents have occurred in the U.S. since October 7th, 2023, according to the ADL.
• 😨 A new survey reveals that 78% of Jewish Americans consider antisemitism a top five challenge, with younger generations expressing significant worry.

Antisemitism's New Guise: Antizionism

• 🌍 Noa Tishby, Israel's former special envoy for combating antisemitism, states that antisemitism has "shape-shifted" into antizionism.
• 🗣️ She notes that the sentiment heard from the DC museum attacker, "Free Palestine!", is common on college campuses, indicating a rise in homegrown terrorism.
• 🤝 Tishby observes that many Jews feel abandoned by progressive communities, a stark contrast to historical Jewish support for other oppressed groups.

Personal Experiences and Societal Impact

• 💔 Tishby shares personal experiences of losing friends who could not reconcile her pro-Israel stance with their progressive views, equating antizionism with antisemitism.
• 🏛️ The reopening of the Capitol Jewish Museum is framed as an act of resilience against hate.
• 🔒 Jewish institutions, including synagogues and schools, are forced to implement heightened security measures, a burden not faced by other religious institutions.

Global Concern and Personal Stance

• 🌍 A global survey indicates that four out of five Jews worldwide cite antisemitism as their greatest concern, a sentiment that has shocked many who believed the issue was settled after World War II.
• ✡️ Tishby refuses to hide her Jewish identity, such as wearing a Star of David, despite facing hostile looks and comments, emphasizing the importance of proudly asserting Jewish identity.
• ⚠️ She warns that the rise in antisemitism is a societal indicator, stating, "What starts with the Jews never ends with the Jews," signifying a deeper societal flaw.