Antisemitism is Not just a jewish problem.
Antisemitism destroys lives, families, safety, security, and our democracy. In the United States, antisemitism is especially insidious. It is often woven into how people view the world and can fuel mistrust, seed conspiracy theories, and undermine democracy.
7,074
34%
Single-bias hate crimes reported in the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting Program in 2021. Hundreds more hate crimes are driven by multiple biases.
Increase in antisemitic incidents in 2021, according to the ADL. The increase was the highest number since the ADL began tracking antisemitic incidents in 1979.
Hate does not exist in isolation. Antisemitism often appears with other forms of bigotry against historically marginalized groups. Eradicating one form of hatred will reduce other forms as well.
“Antisemitism crosses every line of race, political party, and primary stances on a wide range of issues. Like the novel coronavirus, this virulent ideology disproportionately impacts the most vulnerable-the Jewish population-but in fact imperils us all.”
— Eric Ward,
Executive Vice President, Race Forward
Member, Tree of Life Advisory Committee
