October 7 Revived Ancient Hatred, in the Middle East and on U.S. College Campuses
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TL;DR
- The October 7th attacks and subsequent war in Gaza have been accompanied by a resurgence of antisemitism.
- Research on U.S. college campuses indicates that anti-Israel protests have sometimes included anti-Jewish rhetoric.
- Distinguishing between criticism of Israel and antisemitism is a key challenge, with historical context and personal experiences influencing perception.
- Antisemitism is seen as a continuation of historical hatred and persecution of Jews, with some manifestations echoing ancient conspiracy theories.
- The author advocates for empathy towards all victims of conflict and remembering individuals like Deborah and Shlomi Mathias for their efforts to promote coexistence.