In NYC, Anti-Semitic Attacks Skyrocketed in 2019

New York State's new bail reform law allows suspects charged with nonviolent misdemeanors to leave the courthouse without having to worry about bail.

Jewish Woman ‘Physically Harassed’ by Teens in Crown Heights, Brooklyn

The victim quickly snapped a photo of the perpetrators using her smart phone, sent the photo and a description to the Shomrim civil patrol and called 911.

‘Hey, Jew Boy!’ – Brooklyn Teen Threatened by Anti-Semites Armed with Knife

The area has two synagogues within a block of the site where the incident occurred.

No Hate. No Fear. Join New York’s Solidarity March Sunday Jan 5

“The 1.5 million Jews of our great city and region will not stand down. We will not be intimidated.”

Chanukah Machete Attack Victim ‘May Not Ever Wake Up’

"We shall not let this terrible hate-driven attack be forgotten, and let us all work to eradicate all sorts of hate.”

Equating Haredi Judaism with Pacifism, Monsey Pundit Denounces Self Defense

JTA invited Shimon Rolnitzky, writer, activist and Chassidic resident of Monsey, New York to sing a post-pogrom kumbaya.

Giuliani: Mayor de Blasio Responsible for Wave of Anti-Semitism

“The two great lessons of the Holocaust are: ‘Never forget, and ‘Never ignore.’ Never ignore means you have to stand up to the first act of anti-Semitism," Giuliani said.

Sen. Lindsey Graham: No Benghazi in Iraq on Trump’s Watch

"To the Iranian government: Be careful what you wish for — a country that depends on the ability to refine oil for its existence needs to be cautious."

De Blasio’s New Plan to Combat Hate, Anti-Semitism in NYC

“Diversity is our strength, and we respect the traditions of all who call New York City home. Intolerance will never take hold here."

Left-Wing Jews Oppose Additional Police Protection for Brooklyn Chassidim

“Anti-Semitism is on the rise. It is in the water. It is being fueled by a white nationalist administration."

Watch: Black Predators Assault Young Chassidic Man in Rush Hour

The victim does not want to file a complaint because of the new Discovery for Justice Reform Act, which may end up forcing police to surrender his personal information to his attackers.

Following Antisemitic Attack, Monsey’s Jewish Community will Not be ‘Cowed’ to Change

“Monsey used to be a nice, calm, quiet place, and now, not so much.”

‘Mental Illness Does Not Excuse Anti-Semitic Violence’

"People are not sleeping, and they are having flashbacks to previous incidents of being attacked for “just being Jewish.”

Machete Attacker Suspect Searched Online for Hitler, Zionist Temples & Jewish Neighborhoods

"Mental illness is not an excuse for espousing anti-Semitic ideology. One does not preclude the other."

President Trump Thanks Democrat Dov Hikind for ‘Wonderful Statements’

"Thank you Mr. President for all you’ve done and continue to do to protect the Jewish people all the while making America stronger and more prosperous!"

Federal Hate Crime Charges Added to Murder, Burglary Charges in Chanukah Machete Attack

“We believe the actions of which he is accused, if committed by him, tragically reflect profound mental illness," the suspect's family said.

Teaneck, Lakewood, Jersey City Police Increasing Protection of Jewish Residents

Meanwhile, on Sunday, Police in Highland Park in Middlesex County, New Jersey, investigated graffiti found outside the Ahavas Achim synagogue.
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The Guardian Angels and Curtis Sliwa Return to Brooklyn

Patrolling in Brooklyn, just like in the old days....

UAE Condemns Machete Terror Attack at Chanukah Party in Rabbi’s Home in NY

UAE: “We must come together to promote acceptance and tolerance of others."

Jewish Lawmakers Call for ‘State of Emergency’ Over Anti-Semitic Attacks in New York

But only Mayor De Blasio has the authority to formally request a 'state of emergency' status for New York City from the Governor.

25 Dead After US Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Iraq & Syria

“Iran and their [Hezbollah] proxy forces must cease their attacks on US and coalition forces, and respect Iraq’s sovereignty" to avoid more attacks by the US.

Update: Thomas Grafton Held on $5M Bail in Machete Attack at Rabbi’s Home in...

“At the end of the day it is not just about words, it is against action. Let’s call it what it is. It is domestic terrorism.”

Guardian Angels Patrol Brooklyn Jewish Neighborhoods to Protect Jews, Provide ‘Visual Deterrence’

“We’re a visual deterrence in our red berets and our red satin jackets,” Sliwa said. “Nobody’s going to commit an attack when we’re around.”
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Shock Follows Machete Attack on Chassidic Rabbi’s Home

A black attacker armed with a machete on Saturday night stabbed five Jews at Rabbi Chaim Rottenberg's home at 49 Forshay Rd in Monsey,...

Terror Attack in Monsey Shul, Multiple Wounded

The community had gathered to light Chanukah candles to be followed by a Chanukah party when the machete wielding terrorist attacked them.

Anti-Semitism in NYC: 2 Attacks in Crown Heights, Brooklyn

It’s not only in Brooklyn that anti-Semitic attacks are taking place.

Mayor Sending More Cops to Jewish Neighborhoods following 8 Anti-Semitic Attacks

On Friday, Mayor de Blasio tweeted: "Hate doesn’t have a home in our city."

Israeli Student at Columbia Files First Violation of Title VI Lawsuit under Trump’s Executive...

In the complaint, Jonathan Karten alleges he was subjected to anti-Semitism on the Columbia University campus.

Governor Orders State Hate Crimes Task Force to Probe Assault on Orthodox Man in...

"It's not enough to condemn anti-Semitism – we have to confront it."

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