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Standing Against Anti-Semitism: A Conversation with Ellie Cohanim

Nashville, TN – February 2, 2025 In a powerful discussion on anti-Semitism, Israel, and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Pastor Alan Jackson welcomed Ellie Cohanim, a scholar, journalist, and former U.S. State Department official, to his program in Nashville. Their conversation touched on the recent ceasefire in Gaza, the rise of anti-Semitism on […]

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President Trump Takes Stronger Action Against Campus Anti-Semitism

Executive Order Mandates Increased Scrutiny and Enforcement Following Hamas Attacks Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump has issued an Executive Order strengthening measures to combat anti-Semitism, particularly on college campuses, in the wake of the surge in anti-Jewish hate following the October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel. The order, signed on January 29, […]

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Auschwitz Survivors Lead Global Call to Remember Holocaust on 80th Anniversary of Camp Liberation

Oswiecim, Poland, January 28, 2025:In a resolute effort to ensure the Holocaust is neither forgotten nor denied, the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany launched a powerful digital campaign titled “I Survived Auschwitz: Remember This.” Featuring the testimonies of 80 Auschwitz survivors, the campaign was unveiled Monday to coincide with the 80th anniversary of […]

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Harvard Adopts Broader Definition of Antisemitism to Settle Lawsuits

Cambridge, MA – Harvard University has agreed to strengthen its policies against antisemitism by adopting a broader definition of antisemitism as part of a settlement of two federal lawsuits. The lawsuits accused the university of failing to adequately prevent antisemitic discrimination and harassment on campus. Under the settlement, Harvard will adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance […]

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350 Textbooks Revised: Egypt Removes Antisemitic and Anti-Christian Content

Egypt Takes Steps to Foster Religious Tolerance in Education CAIRO (Impact-se) – Egypt has taken a significant step toward improving relations with Jewish and Christian communities by reforming its state-issued textbooks to remove antisemitic and anti-Christian content. This initiative marks a milestone in fostering religious tolerance and inclusivity in Egyptian society. According to a report […]

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European Leaders Unite to Combat Rising Antisemitism

Brussels, Belgium – A coalition of over 40 prominent European leaders, including former prime ministers, current members of parliament, and representatives of major Jewish organizations, has issued a joint letter calling for urgent action to combat the rising tide of antisemitism across the continent. The letter, signed by the American Jewish Committee (AJC), urges the […]

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Toward Coexistence: Combating Islamophobia and Antisemitism Together

White House Unveils Groundbreaking Strategies to Counter Islamophobia and Antisemitism, Highlighting a Path Toward Unity Washington, D.C. – In an unprecedented move, the White House has unveiled the first-ever National Strategy to Counter Islamophobia, a comprehensive framework aimed at combating hate, bias, and discrimination against Muslim and Arab Americans. This initiative, announced on December 12, […]

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Translate Hate: The Catholic Edition

New York, NY – The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and the American Jewish Committee (AJC) have joined forces to combat antisemitism with the release of “Translate Hate: The Catholic Edition.” This comprehensive resource aims to educate Catholics about the harmful nature of anti-Jewish rhetoric and stereotypes. Today released Translate Hate: The Catholic Edition, a groundbreaking […]

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AJC Advocacy Mission Calls for Urgent Action to Safeguard Jewish Communities in Europe

London, Paris, Amsterdam – Ted Deutch, Chief Executive Officer of the American Jewish Committee (AJC), emphasized the critical need for European governments to prioritize the safety of Jewish communities during a week-long advocacy mission across Western Europe. Alongside AJC President Michael Tichnor and AJC’s Europe-based experts, Deutch met with high-ranking officials in London, Paris, and […]

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Trump’s Vision: Expanding the Abraham Accords and Combating Antisemitism

November 15, 2024 In the wake of his re-election, President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his administration’s strong stance on combating antisemitism and advancing peace in the Middle East. Trump’s policies during his first term, including adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism and brokering the Abraham Accords, have laid the groundwork […]