Antisemitic incidents in the U.S. reached a record high in 2023, with 8,873 total incidents reported. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) attributes the increase to the Hamas terror attack on Israel on Oct. 7. Jewish communities worldwide faced heightened tensions and hatred as a result of the massacre and conflict.
Key Points
Record-breaking 8,873 antisemitic incidents reported in 2023
140% increase from 2022
Immediate action needed to address the crisis
Pros
Increased awareness of antisemitism issues
Call for immediate action to combat antisemitism
Cons
Rising number of antisemitic incidents
Targeting of Jewish Americans at various locations