Elisha Wiesel: American Jews Are 'Less Safe Than When My Father Was Alive'
Summary
Elisha Wiesel, son of Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel, says American Jews feel less safe now than when his father was alive. He links this to a rise in antisemitism after the October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas on Israel, and worries that education and institutions have not stopped hatred from growing.Key Facts
- The key date for rising antisemitism in the U.S. is October 8, 2023, after Hamas attacked southern Israel on October 7.
- Over 1,200 people were killed and more than 200 taken hostage in the Hamas attack.
- Antisemitism has increased not only in attacks but also in attitudes, with Jews more often seen as enemies.
- Elisha Wiesel says Jewish institutions and Holocaust education have not effectively prevented this rise in hatred.
- There is anger about accusations against Israel being seen as collective guilt on Jews, described as an ancient pattern of lies.
- Wiesel calls for Jewish organizations to be braver and more active in defending the Jewish community today.
- The death toll in Gaza related to Israel’s military response has grown to over 74,000, according to the Gaza Health Ministry.
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