Conflation of Jewish identity with Israel driving antisemitism, Jewish Council says in submission to royal commission
Summary
The Jewish Council of Australia (JCA) says far-right extremism and mixing up Jewish identity with the state of Israel are main causes of antisemitism in Australia. In a report to a royal commission, the JCA calls for more attention to the threat from far-right groups and says Jewish people should not be seen as representatives of Israel.Key Facts
- The JCA submitted its views to a royal commission on antisemitism and social cohesion in Australia.
- Far-right, neo-Nazi, and conspiracy groups contribute strongly to antisemitism.
- The JCA says linking Jewish identity with Israel causes harm when Jewish people are blamed for Israel’s actions.
- Other groups and leaders have different views, with some Australian Jews identifying strongly with Israel.
- Australia’s special envoy to combat antisemitism said blaming Jewish people for Israel’s government is the fastest-growing form of antisemitism in the country.
- The royal commission has received over 16,000 submissions on antisemitism.
- The JCA supports human rights and Palestinian freedom and argues that harsh laws against hate speech may worsen antisemitism.
- Future hearings will focus on antisemitism drivers and hate speech in media and social media.
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