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politics15 days ago•12 min saved

Abe Foxman: A blunt, warm voice that shaped Jewish public life

Obituary for Abe Foxman, the long‑time ADL leader who died at 86, highlighting his five‑decade tenure steering the ADL, his Holocaust‑born life story, and his blend of sharp political critique with personal warmth. The piece recalls his accessibility and candor with leaders and journalists, his stance on Israel policy and U.S. politics—from criticizing Obama to endorsing Biden in 2020, through later warnings about Netanyahu’s judicial changes and Biden’s Gaza policy—and his enduring influence on American Jewish life, including his weekly Shabbat greetings. Foxman is survived by his wife Golda, son Ariel, daughter Michelle, and four grandchildren.

via The Forward|

#abe-foxman #adl #antisemitism

obituary15 days ago•23 min saved

Remembering Abe Foxman: A lifelong defender against hate

Abe Foxman, who led the ADL for nearly three decades and survived the Holocaust as a hidden child, died at 86. A forceful voice against antisemitism across political lines, he shaped modern Jewish leadership, mentored many figures, and remained active in advocacy, drawing praise from leaders worldwide for his commitment to memory and justice.

via Jewish Insider|

#abe-foxman #adl #antisemitism

politics15 days ago•5 min saved

Abe Foxman, longtime ADL leader who fought antisemitism, dies at 86

Abraham H. Foxman, who led the Anti-Defamation League for 28 years and shaped its global fight against antisemitism and bias, has died at 86. He advised presidents and diplomats, expanded the ADL’s research on extremists, and promoted civil rights and Jewish advocacy, while balancing criticism over the organization’s focus and approach to apologies from public figures.

via Politico|

#abe-foxman #adl #antisemitism

obituaries15 days ago•179 min saved

Abe Foxman: A lifelong fighter against hate, dies at 86

Abe Foxman, longtime director of the Anti-Defamation League, died at 86. A Holocaust survivor who led the ADL for nearly three decades, he expanded the organization’s research on extremism, championed immigrant and LGBTQ rights, and counseled presidents and diplomats to counter hate—advocating that open dialogue and apologies can help reduce antisemitism.

via CNN|

#abe-foxman #adl #antisemitism

diaspora15 days ago•19 min saved

Abe Foxman: The Diaspora's Last Steady Voice

A tribute to Abe Foxman, Holocaust survivor and longtime head of the ADL, who defined a generation of American Jewry by linking the fight against antisemitism with defending democracy and pluralism in Israel; his passing signals the end of an era and a shift in diaspora leadership as leaders wrestle with maintaining principled support for Israel amid new political realities.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#abe-foxman #adl #american-jewry

diaspora15 days ago•11 min saved

Farewell to a civil-rights beacon: Abe Foxman dies at 86

Abraham Foxman, longtime ADL national director (1987–2015) and Holocaust survivor who grew up hidden as a Jew before emigrating to the U.S., died at 86. Funeral services were planned in New York, with tributes from Jonathan Greenblatt and Israeli leaders highlighting his lifelong fight against antisemitism and commitment to education and antibias work. Foxman authored books and op-eds, shaping American Jewish advocacy and the modern approach to defending civil rights and Israel in the Diaspora.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#abraham-foxman #adl #antisemitism

politics-and-policy20 days ago•3 min saved

U.S. antisemitic assaults surge to a 46-year high amid overall harassment dip

New ADL data show antisemitic incidents in 2025 reached their highest level since 1979, with 6,274 total incidents and 203 anti-Jewish assaults (three fatalities), even as overall harassment and vandalism declined from 2024. The report highlights major hotspot metros like New York City, notes campus incidents fell sharply, and emphasizes that the drop should not be mistaken for progress as antisemitism remains widespread; broader geopolitical tensions and cross-community initiatives are shaping responses.

via Axios|

#2025 #adl #antisemitism

politics2 months ago•19 min saved

ADL condemns Mamdani over Gracie Mansion guest linked to Hamas

The Anti-Defamation League condemned New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for hosting Mahmoud Khalil, described as anti-Israel and supportive of Hamas, at Gracie Mansion, saying public office must not be used to legitimize hate.

via Jewish Insider|

#adl #antisemitism #gracie-mansion

politics3 months ago•11 min saved

New York Jewish Groups Reconsider Role in Mayor’s Interfaith Breakfast

Longtime sponsors ADL, UJA-Federation of NY and the New York Board of Rabbis will not sponsor this year's NYC mayor’s interfaith breakfast; the ADL says it wasn’t invited, while progressive groups Jew for Racial and Economic Justice and New York Jewish Agenda are co-sponsoring, signaling a shift in NYC Jewish politics as Zohran Mamdani hosts the event.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#adl #antisemitism #interfaith-breakfast

politics6 months ago•4 min saved

ADL Launches Mamdani Monitor Amid Controversy and Criticism

The Anti-Defamation League has launched an unprecedented initiative to monitor the policies and actions of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, citing concerns over his statements about Israel and potential impact on Jewish community safety, including setting up a tip line for antisemitic incidents.

via NPR|

#adl #antisemitism #mamdani-monitor

politics6 months ago•2 min saved

ADL Launches 'Mamdani Monitor' to Track NYC Mayor-elect Over Antisemitism Concerns

The ADL and other organizations express concern over Mayor-Elect Mamdani's record and call for accountability to ensure the safety and respect of the Jewish community in New York City, including establishing a dedicated antisemitism tipline and emphasizing the need for inclusive governance.

via Anti-Defamation League|

#adl #antisemitism #jewish-community

politics7 months ago•4 min saved

FBI and Advocacy Groups Clash Over Political Bias and Violence Priorities

The FBI has ended its partnership with the Anti-Defamation League, reflecting a shift under the Trump administration away from targeting right-wing extremism towards focusing on left-wing violence, a move criticized by scholars as politically motivated and potentially harmful in combating extremism.

via Axios|

#adl #fbi #left-wing-violence

world7 months ago•3 min saved

FBI Ends Partnership with Anti-Defamation League Amid Conservative Backlash

The Anti-Defamation League removed over a thousand pages of extremism research from its website following a backlash from right-wing influencers and Elon Musk, who criticized the organization's glossary of extremism for including groups and ideologies linked to hate and conspiracy theories. The ADL stated the removal was to explore new strategies and update outdated or misused entries, amid ongoing criticism and Musk's public attacks on the organization.

via The Guardian|

#adl #antisemitism #elon-musk

crime8 months ago•5 min saved

Colorado High School Shooter's Online Activity Indicates Radicalization and Extremist Influence

Desmond Holly, a 16-year-old who shot at Evergreen High School, was deeply influenced by online extremist content, white supremacist symbolism, and previous mass shooters, with his online activity revealing a pattern of radicalization and fascination with violence, which aligns with recent findings by the ADL on similar cases.

via Anti-Defamation League|

#adl #crime #extremism

world10 months ago•1 min saved

Anti-Defamation League Criticizes Trump for Using Antisemitic Language at Rally

The Anti-Defamation League and other Jewish organizations criticized President Trump for using the term 'Shylock' at a rally, viewing it as an antisemitic trope linked to stereotypes of greed. Trump claimed he was unaware of its offensive connotations. The term originates from Shakespeare's 'The Merchant of Venice,' where it is associated with a stereotypical Jewish moneylender.

via Politico|

#adl #antisemitism #conspiracy-theories