"You start to question your future here." Orthodox Jews confront anti-Semitism in today's America
Photos: Photos: Naftoli Goldgrab, Agudah Archives
A
t an extraordinary meeting at the Justice Department last week, a delegation of 50 Agudah members expressed their strong concern over the rise of anti-Semitism in the United States and asked the attorney general for his help in stemming the tide.
Weeks in the making, the meeting comes on the heels of three distinct developments that have given the organization real cause for concern.
Over the past weeks and months, there has been a pronounced increase in physical assaults on Jews, especially those who dress in a demonstrably Jewish way. Assaults on Jews walking the streets of Crown Heights now seem to be a weekly occurrence.
In addition, there has been a worrying trend among community activist groups to use social media to campaign against Jewish residence in a particular area. This has been most pronounced in the area around Lakewood, New Jersey.
Create a free account to keep reading.
