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entertainment16 days ago•26 min saved

Selma Blair details career erasure after 2024 anti-Islam comment, announces new documentary

Actress Selma Blair revealed at the Anti-Defamation League’s State of the Arts reception that a February 2024 Instagram comment led to the total loss of her professional support network, including her agency, legal counsel, and publicist. She stated that brand partnerships and a Super Bowl advertisement deal were terminated within days, leaving her without industry representation. Blair acknowledged that while she has since rebuilt a smaller team and is working on new projects, the incident caused lasting personal trauma for her and her son. She also announced a new documentary titled 'Hineni' focused on antisemitism, framing the project as a response to the professional erasure she experienced.

via New York Post|

#anti-defamation-league #cancel-culture #entertainment

entertainment16 days ago•20 min saved

Selma Blair Details Career Collapse After 2024 Anti-Islam Comment

Selma Blair revealed at an Anti-Defamation League event that a controversial 2024 Instagram comment led to the total loss of her professional support network, including her agency, manager, and legal representation. Despite a public apology, she described the aftermath as a complete erasure from the industry, though she has since rebuilt a smaller team and is working on new projects.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#anti-defamation-league #entertainment #hollywood-industry

obituaries5 months ago•19 min saved

Abraham Foxman, longtime ADL leader who battled antisemitism, dies at 86

Abraham Foxman, who led the Anti-Defamation League for nearly three decades and fought antisemitism and prejudice, died in New York on May 10, 2026, at age 86, leaving a legacy as a powerful watchdog though not without controversy.

via The Washington Post|

#abraham-foxman #anti-defamation-league #antisemitism

world11 months ago•6 min saved

ADL Launches Mamdani Monitoring Initiative Amid Criticism and Political Tensions

The Anti-Defamation League has launched the 'Mamdani Monitor,' a website and tip line to track actions by Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani that could be seen as antisemitic, amid criticism of his positions on Israel. The initiative has sparked controversy, with some Jewish groups and critics arguing it reflects bias and hostility, while the ADL claims it is a data-driven effort to ensure Jewish community safety. Mamdani responded by emphasizing his commitment to fighting antisemitism and working with Jewish leaders.

via The New York Times|

#anti-defamation-league #antisemitism #jewish-community

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Kash Patel Ends FBI Collaboration with Anti-Defamation League Over Extremism and Political Disputes

FBI Director Kash Patel ended the bureau's partnership with the Anti-Defamation League amid controversy over the group's content and political backlash, emphasizing a shift away from political fronts. The move follows recent criticisms and the ADL's response to alleged misrepresentations, with broader implications for law enforcement collaborations on extremism and hate crimes.

via Axios|

#anti-defamation-league #antisemitism #fbi

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

FBI Ends Partnership with Anti-Defamation League Amid Conservative Backlash

The FBI has severed ties with the Anti-Defamation League, accusing it of spying on conservatives and criticizing its associations with former FBI Director James Comey, amid controversy over the ADL's characterization of Charlie Kirk and other right-wing figures. The ADL responded by emphasizing its commitment to protecting the Jewish community and denying the allegations.

via Al Jazeera|

#anti-defamation-league #charlie-kirk #conservative-backlash

world1 year ago•1 min saved

Nation's Largest Teachers' Union Votes to End Ties with ADL Over Israel Support

The National Education Association, the largest teachers' union in the U.S., has endorsed a proposal to sever ties with the Anti-Defamation League, a civil rights organization focused on combating antisemitism, amid ongoing internal discussions. The proposal, which has not yet been officially adopted, reflects a contentious debate within the union, which emphasizes its commitment to fighting hate while the ADL criticizes the move as disturbing. The outcome will depend on further decisions by the NEA's Executive Committee and Board of Directors.

via CNN|

#anti-defamation-league #antisemitism #controversy

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Trump claims ignorance of antisemitic implications of used terms

President Donald Trump claimed he was unaware that the term 'shylock' is considered antisemitic when he used it in a speech, despite its history as a stereotype about Jews; the Anti-Defamation League criticized his use of the term, highlighting ongoing issues with antisemitic language and stereotypes in the U.S.

via AL.com|

#anti-defamation-league #antisemitism #donald-trump

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

ADL Criticizes Trump for Using Antisemitic Term 'Shylocks'

President Trump used the term 'Shylock' during a rally, which is considered antisemitic by the Anti-Defamation League, and claimed he was unaware of its offensive connotations, prompting criticism and calls for more responsible language from leaders.

via Axios|

#anti-defamation-league #antisemitic #politics

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Controversy Surrounds Jonathan Glazer's Oscars Speech and Hollywood's Red Pin Badges"

The Holocaust Survivors’ Foundation USA criticized director Jonathan Glazer for his Oscar acceptance speech, calling it "morally indefensible" and accusing him of presuming to speak for Holocaust victims while criticizing Israel. Glazer's comments were also condemned by the Anti-Defamation League, but received support from organizations like Breaking the Silence, who praised his stance against the use of Judaism and the Holocaust to justify the occupation.

via The Guardian|

#anti-defamation-league #entertainment #holocaust-survivors-foundation-usa

social-issues2 years ago•2 min saved

"Nashville Faces Extremist Challenge: Lawmakers React to Neo-Nazi March"

The Anti-Defamation League has identified the extremist Blood Tribe and Vinland Rebels as the groups behind a recent "Nazi" march in Nashville, with concerns about rising hate speech incidents in Tennessee. The Jewish community has experienced various forms of hate speech, including swastika graffiti and antisemitic flyers, leading to verbal and physical attacks on Jewish children. Local Jewish leaders attribute the rise of these extremist groups to social media, urging leaders to oppose such demonstrations and offering support through upcoming events.

via WKRN News 2|

#anti-defamation-league #extremist-groups #hate-speech

social-issues2 years ago•2 min saved

"Surge in Antisemitic Incidents in U.S. Linked to Hamas Attack, ADL Reports"

The Anti-Defamation League reported a 360% increase in antisemitic incidents in the U.S. in the three months following the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, with a total of 3,283 incidents recorded. This surge puts 2023 on track to be the highest year for antisemitic acts against Jewish people since the late 1970s. The incidents included physical assault, vandalism, verbal harassment, and rallies with antisemitic rhetoric. The conflict between Israel and Hamas has also led to a rise in Islamophobia, with a leading Muslim advocacy group reporting a 172% increase in reports of bias and prejudice.

via NBC News|

#anti-defamation-league #antisemitism #hamas

history3 years ago•3 min saved

Henry Ford's Controversial Clash with Jewish Organizations

Henry Ford, the auto tycoon, used his newspaper, the Dearborn Independent, to spread antisemitic conspiracy theories nearly a century ago. In a similar vein, Elon Musk, often compared to Ford, faced controversy over antisemitism and free speech on his platform X (formerly Twitter). Musk accused the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) of trying to kill his platform and expressed support for the hashtag #BanTheADL. While Ford promoted and believed in antisemitic theories, Musk's criticism is seen as a defense of his platform rather than animosity towards Jewish people. The Ford trial in the 1920s served as a prelude to ongoing debates within Jewish organizations about responding to hate speech, a problem that has now shifted online.

via The Washington Post|

#anti-defamation-league #antisemitism #dearborn-independent

civil-rights3 years ago•3 min saved

"ACLU and US Rights Group Defend Free Speech for Pro-Palestine Activists Amid Accusations"

The ACLU has criticized the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) for accusing pro-Palestine student groups, specifically Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), of supporting Hamas without evidence. The ADL had sent an open letter to college and university presidents asking them to investigate SJP for possible material support of Hamas. The ACLU defended SJP's activism as constitutionally protected by the First Amendment and urged university leaders to reject calls for investigation or penalization based on free speech rights. The ADL argued that SJP's statements and actions closely align with Hamas and warrant investigation, while the ACLU warned against stifling free speech and academic freedom. Florida's state university system has already shut down SJP chapters, accusing them of affirmatively identifying with Hamas. The ACLU cited the McCarthy era as a cautionary example of the dangers of policing speech and associations.

via Forward|

#aclu #anti-defamation-league #civil-rights

anti-semitism3 years ago•5 min saved

"Ted Cruz and ADL Condemn Anti-Israel Vandalism Near Tree of Life, Pittsburgh Commemorates Synagogue Shooting Victims"

Anti-Israel vandals spray-painted "Free Palestine" and "GAZA" on the wall of a high school in the predominantly Jewish neighborhood of Squirrel Hill in Pittsburgh, near the Tree of Life synagogue, one day before the fifth anniversary of the deadly shooting that claimed the lives of 11 congregants. While Senator Ted Cruz and the Anti-Defamation League condemned the vandalism, the Southern Poverty Law Center, which claims to combat hate groups and anti-Semitism, has remained silent. The vandalism comes amid a rise in anti-Semitic incidents in the US following the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas.

via Daily Signal|

#anti-defamation-league #anti-israel-vandalism #anti-semitism