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Who defines antisemitism? Not AJ+
AJ+ is funded by the government of Qatar and has no right to define what antisemitism is.
“Jews aren’t loyal”
For centuries, Jews have faced hatred, discrimination, and violence after being accused of "dual loyalty" or not being loyal enough to the countries in which they live.
American Jews and Israel
The overwhelming majority of American Jews consider themselves pro-Israel, despite what some fringe groups claim.
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American Jews & Criticism of Israel
While the vast majority of Jews are pro-Israel, they are not monolithic. Most are also critical of some Israeli policies.
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Dual loyalty
America is filled with immigrants and communities who have ties to other countries. Just like for other Americans, it is entirely natural for American Jews to feel connected to their homeland while also being loyal citizens of the United States.
Jews, Israel, and America
Jews have many differing beliefs and viewpoints regarding Israel. Assuming that Jews are more loyal to Israel and/or Zionism than to America is deeply misguided.
Jews aren’t monolithic
Jews are an extremely diverse people in terms of color, ethnicity, religious affiliation, political viewpoint, and more. While there is a collective sense of Jewish identity, this does not include holding identical viewpoints on Israeli policy, American policy, religion, or a host of other issues.
http://www.pewforum.org/2013/12/03/infographic-survey-of-jewish-americans/
Jews aren’t monolithic politically
Like every other community, Jews vary widely in their political views. There is no candidate or party that “the Jews” collectively support.
http://www.pewforum.org/2013/10/01/chapter-6-social-and-political-views/
Jews aren’t monolithic on Israel
American Jews do not have a single uniform opinion on Israel. It’s also important to note that like other Americans, most Jews prioritize domestic issues like the economy and education over US policy towards Israel.
http://www.pewforum.org/2013/10/01/chapter-3-jewish-identity/
Jews aren’t monolithic religiously
Jews run the gamut from ultra-orthodox (very religious) to atheist. The many sub-groups that make up the Jewish people have disagreements with each other on most political issues, including Israel.
http://www.pewforum.org/2013/12/03/infographic-survey-of-jewish-americans/
“The Jewish Lobby”
America supports Israel primarily because of shared interests and values. While many American Jews do lobby for a strong US-Israel relationship, claiming that the "the Jewish lobby" is the sole reason for this alliance is false and echoes antisemitic conspiracy theories.
Ilhan Omar antisemitic rhetoric, conspiracy, hypnotize
This article provides important background about why Rep. Ilhan Omar's claim that "Israel has hypnotized the world" echoes age old antisemitic slurs and conspiracies.
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/21/opinion/ilhan-omar-israel-jews.html
Women's March Antisemitism
Women's March Inc. was at the center of a major controversy about antisemitism, due to the actions and associations of its leaders - Linda Sarsour, Tamika Mallory, Carmen Perez, and Bob Bland.
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/23/us/womens-march-anti-semitism.html
Putting AIPAC into perspective
People often use antisemitic rhetoric about Jewish money and power to attack AIPAC. This article includes facts about how much influence AIPAC actually has, compared to other lobbying groups.
https://www.tabletmag.com/jewish-news-and-politics/281477/how-influential-is-aipac
History of "dual loyalty" accusations against Jews
For centuries, Jews have faced hatred, discrimination, and violence after being accused of "dual loyalty" or not being loyal enough to the countries in which they live.
Rashida Tlaib and the Holocaust
Benny Morris, a leading historian frequently quoted by Israel's critics, exposes Rep. Rashida Tlaib's falsehoods about Israelis, Palestinians, and the Holocaust.
Antisemitism in progressive movements
There has been a disturbing increase in antisemitism on the left side of the political spectrum.
"Jews are Disloyal"
Antisemites falsely claim Jews are untrustworthy or disloyal, only caring about the interests of other Jews or a larger "Jewish agenda". Learn more about that myth here.
Deadly Exchange Antisemitism
This video breaks down the antisemitic lies behind Deadly Exchange, and shows how this campaign harms communities in America.
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=external&v=691365271336494
Lies about US-Israel exchanges
Blaming Israel for police brutality in America is an antisemitic lie. US-Israel police exchange programs help senior officials prevent terrorist attacks and have nothing to do with street arrests.
Deadly Exchange lies
There is no empirical evidence that US-Israel exchange programs for senior law enforcement officials have led to a single police killing in the US.
Debunking Deadly Exchange
Law enforcement agencies often reach out to organizations such as the ADL to improve community relationships and receive anti-bias training.
https://www.adl.org/who-we-are/our-organization/signature-programs/partnering-with-law-enforcement
Scapegoating Israel for George Floyd's Murder
It is an antisemitic lie to blame Israel for George Floyd's horrific murder. Even Amnesty International admits that there is no evidence of Israeli authorities teaching anyone the "neck kneeling" technique.
Speaking over Jews
"Because it cannot accept the simple historical truth that most Mizrahi and Sephardic Jews are and continue to identify as Zionist, JVP instead propagates a portrayal of Mizrahi and Sephardic Jews as pawns without any agency. We reject this revisionism, and call it out for the orientalism and racism that it is."
http://www.jimena.org/sephardic-and-mizrahi-communal-response-to-jewish-voice-for-peace/
History of the term “self-hating Jew”
Members of many minority groups, including Jews, sometimes internalize and promote harmful stereotypes about their own communities.
HR 2590
HR 2590 purports to hold Israel accountable by placing additional conditions and reporting requirements on U.S. military aid. However, it is really a stepping stone to cutting off U.S. aid to Israel, fueled by misleading accusations and the anti-bias of many of the bill’s supporters.
https://israelpolicyforum.org/2021/04/29/the-simplification-of-a-non-simple-issue/
HR 2590
HR 2590, a bill targeting U.S. military aid to Israel, is misleading, hypocritical, and discriminates against the Jewish state.
https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/whats-wrong-with-the-latest-version-of-the-mccollum-bill/
The Anti-Terrorism Clarification Act
This article offers critical analysis of the Anti-Terrorism Clarification Act, which is aimed at allowing victims of Palestinian terrorism to seak damages from the Palestinian Authority and PLO in some cases.
The Anti-Terrorism Clarification Act
This is an in depth analysis of the Anti-Terrorism Clarification Act - how it impacts U.S. law and also its policy and relations with the Palestinian leadership.
Impact of the Anti-Terrorism Clarification Act on Peace-Building Groups
While the Anti-Terrorism Clarification Act initially had a negative impact on Israeli and Palestinian peacebuilding groups, it was later changed to reverse this damage.
What is the Taylor Force Act?
The Taylor Force Act is a law named after an American citizen who was murdered by a Palestinian terrorist in 2016. It prohibits U.S. aid to the Palestinian Authority (PA), unless the PA takes steps to end violence against U.S. and Israeli citizens, and stop financially rewarding acts of terrorism.
https://gop-foreignaffairs.house.gov/legislation/h-r-1164-taylor-force-act/
HRW “apartheid” smear only contributes to conflict
Former U.S. diplomats argue Human Rights Watch’s report smearing Israel will make the Israeli-Palestinian conflict harder to solve.
Appropriating “Apartheid” to smear Israel
This South African writer argues that “the appropriation of Apartheid amounts to our collective historical memory being murdered and erased.”
https://isgap.org/flashpoint/the-appropriation-of-apartheid/
HRW’s “apartheid” smear omits key facts
The 2021 Human Rights Watch report slandering Israel ignores key facts about the relationship between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.
South African perspective on HRW’s “Apartheid’ Smear
This journalist who grew up in South Africa argues that Human Rights Watch’s 2021 report slandering Israel is, “blind to fact and reality.”
https://forward.com/opinion/468497/apartheid-israel-human-rights-watch-palestinians/
Glossary of antisemitic terms
This resource is a great way to understand different terms that can or do promote hatred against Jews, depending on the context.