Jews cannot fight antisemitism alone. The victim cannot cure the crime. The hated cannot cure the hate. … The only people who can successfully combat antisemitism are those active in the cultures that harbor it.
~Future Tense
Antisemitism is a form of racism and prejudice that is characterized by hostility and discrimination towards Jews and is often used to incite violence and hatred. It is a pernicious and pervasive form of prejudice and discrimination that has been present in societies around the world for centuries. It manifests itself in a variety of forms, including physical violence, verbal and written attacks, as well as systemic discrimination in the workplace, educational institutions, and other areas of life.
Confronting Antisemitism is An Imperative
The threat of antisemitism is real and it is growing. In recent years, there has been a sharp rise in hate crimes and incidents of antisemitism around the world. In order to combat antisemitism, it is essential to confront it head-on. This means speaking out against it whenever it rears its ugly head and taking action to ensure that those affected by it are protected and supported.
Confronting antisemitism is an imperative in order to protect individuals and communities from its damaging effects. It is not enough to simply ignore it or hope that it will go away. We must take action to ensure that antisemitism is not tolerated in any form and that those affected by it have access to the resources and support they need.
Stand Up to Jewish Hate is a national campaign designed to raise awareness about antisemitism and hatred against Jews and to encourage all people to post and share the 
Blue Square to stand up against intolerance. Check out the video below and these resources to learn more about modern antisemitism and understand how you can take action and stand up against it.
It is also important to recognize that antisemitism is often linked to other forms of bigotry and prejudice. In order to effectively combat it, we must also address the underlying causes of bigotry and prejudice. This means engaging in meaningful dialogue, challenging stereotypes and misinformation, and promoting understanding and respect. Antisemitic attitudes and hate crimes have been steadily increasing over the years. It is not just a threat to the Jewish community – accepted hate, in any form, is a threat to our society. Only by taking concerted action to confront and combat antisemitism can we hope to create a world free of hatred and discrimination.
It’s Time to Stand Up
When it comes to rediscovering humanity, we at 360° Nation do not look upon antisemitism as someone else’s problem. Quite frankly, it’s time for us all to stand up. YOU can start by being better informed via the video and links above.
Dennis — Thank you for this post. I am headed to Berlin in a couple of weeks, and as a Jew, I have periods of hesitation. I have toured Auschwitz and Dachau, Anne Frank’s house in Amsterdam, and the embarkation point in Paris where Jews were then sent on to the camps. But Berlin is different because in many ways it was the heart and soul of Nazism. There, I will tour the Jewish memorial to the Holocaust, the Sachsenhausen concentration camp, and Wannsee where the Holocaust was planned. I will wear my blue pin during these visits.
That said, what I did in the classroom as a high school history teacher was most important. Many of my kids were already familiar – surprisingly? – with Hitler as a somewhat mythical figure. I looked at the Holocaust in the context of World War II, but more importantly in the broader context of historical intolerance: slavery, racism, hate, anti-gay, anti-immigration laws, religious etc.–a very unpopular approach in certain reaches of the country today. (I also showed that anti-Semitism was raging in the U.S. as we were fighting against its evils abroad.) It’s not that each of those elements don’t deserve their own discussion, but my goal was for kids to realize that the dark side of humanity wears many guises. We can’t eradicate one without eradicating all.
One of the stories the aboriginals of Australia tell has to do with the origins of all evil of man to man. I won’t do it justice, but basically intolerance is rooted in the belief that “I am better than you.” That belief is so prevalent today. Imagine if it weren’t.
Thanks again, Dennis, for everything you do.
I certainly understand your periods of hesitation, Jeff – albeit within the realm of what will no doubt be a legacy trip. Your classroom approach is one that more teachers need to embrace – where else can kids get a balanced perspective these days (certainly not on social media). Safe travels, my friend…
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