Summary
The article discusses recent antisemitic incidents in New York City and highlights concerns over how the city is responding to these events. It emphasizes that antisemitic violence, such as stabbings and threats, has increased, and calls for stronger leadership and accountability in addressing these issues.
Key Facts
- Recent antisemitic incidents in New York City include Jewish children being threatened and choked on the subway, and a Jewish man being stabbed.
- These attacks took place on the same day and targeted Jewish people.
- The Anti-Defamation League reports that antisemitic incidents in New York State are at historic highs, with most incidents occurring in New York City.
- The article criticizes the city's leadership for its muted response to antisemitic violence.
- There is concern that failing to address these incidents directly may normalize antisemitism in the city.
- New York City has one of the largest Jewish populations in the world.
- The safety and visibility of the Jewish community in New York is seen as being at risk.
