Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories

Can you teach kids to spot fake news? Raygun at the Olympics suggests not

Jewish Chronicle · 11 Aug

The Education Secretary aims to teach children to spot extremist content and fake news in school, particularly focusing on critical thinking, statistics manipulation, distinguishing real news from fake, and identifying conspiracy theories.

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Candace Owens has gone so conspiratorial, she’s now citing forgotten Jewish heretics

PJ Grisar in Forward · 30 Jul

In a wild conspiracy theory rant, Candace Owens asserts that obscure 18th-century Jewish figure Jacob Frank and his followers, known as Frankists, are behind modern pedophile rings and historical revolutions.

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At the Olympic opening ceremony, hidden Satanic imagery and antisemitic conspiracy theories

Mira Fox in Forward · 29 Jul

The Olympic opening ceremony was a chaotic and controversial event that faced criticism from the Christian right for perceived anti-Christian elements.

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Donald Trump accepts party nomination after a week in which Israel was extolled and isolationists were given center stage

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 19 Jul

Donald Trump accepted the Republican party's presidential nomination after a week where he praised Israel's Iron Dome, vowed to resolve international crises, and criticized the current administration's foreign policy.

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Adidas said it will ‘revise’ 1972 Olympic sneaker campaign that features Palestinian-American activist Bella Hadid

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 18 Jul

Adidas announced plans to revise its 1972 Olympic sneaker campaign featuring Palestinian-American activist Bella Hadid after facing criticism for her past statements about Israel and Jews.

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Trump names J.D. Vance, who pinned assassination attempt on Democrats’ concerns over authoritarianism, as his running mate

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 15 Jul

Donald Trump has chosen J.D. Vance as his running mate, despite Vance previously expressing concerns about Trump's authoritarian tendencies.

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Book review: Peering into the black hole and dirty soul of the Weimar Republic

Jewish Chronicle · 6 Jun

In "Vertigo: The Rise and Fall of Weimar Germany, 1918-1933" by Harald Jhner, the chaotic period of the Weimar Republic following World War I is explored, detailing the revolution, economic turmoil, and social upheaval that shaped Germany.

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What I learned from sitting down with the antisemite who targeted my Jewish community

James Finney-Conlon in JTA · 30 May

A Jewish volunteer participating in a restorative justice program, REACCH, shared their experience meeting an antisemite, named Robert, who committed a hate crime against the Jewish community.

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Senate kills Mayorkas impeachment

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 18 Apr

The U.S. Senate, voting along party lines, has dismissed impeachment proceedings against Jewish Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over his handling of undocumented migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border.

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The Borscht Belt is burning: In the Catskills, abandoned resorts keep catching fire

Luke Tress in JTA · 26 Mar

Abandoned resorts in the Catskills, once part of the famed Borscht Belt catering to Jewish clientele, are repeatedly catching fire, sparking grief and concerns among locals.

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Court Issues New Ruling Over Chabad World Headquarters

Jaclyn Sersland in Moment · 7 Feb

The New York Court of Appeals has ruled on the ownership of the Chabad World Headquarters, known as 770, in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, which could determine the future of the Chabad-Lubavitch Hasidic movement.

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On X, Jewish tunnel conspiracies reveal antisemitic pages masquerading as pro-Palestinian advocacy groups

Mira Fox in Forward · 10 Jan

The article discusses how Jewish tunnel conspiracies on a social media platform have revealed the presence of antisemitic pages posing as pro-Palestinian advocacy groups.

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The controversial tunnel at Chabad’s Brooklyn headquarters, explained

Luke Tress in JTA · 10 Jan

A group of individuals attempted to break through a synagogue wall at Chabad-Lubavitch headquarters in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, in order to expand the complex.

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Sarah Unsicker, Missouri rep who spread antisemitic conspiracies, announces run for governor

Louis Keene in Forward · 10 Jan

Missouri state representative Sarah Unsicker, who was expelled from the Democratic House caucus for spreading antisemitic conspiracy theories, has announced her candidacy for governor.

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Sturm und Drag

Jennifer Bardi in Moment · 31 May 2023

A drag queen story hour event in Wadsworth, Ohio faced opposition from residents who believed it would sexualize and indoctrinate children.

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Elon Musk doesn’t understand George Soros — or Magneto — but he’s great at antisemitism

PJGrisar in Forward · 16 May 2023

Elon Musk recently tweeted that George Soros reminds him of Magneto, a character from the X-Men comics who can manipulate metal with his mind.

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Every antisemitic thing Kanye West has said (so far)

Mira Fox in Forward · 1 Nov 2022

Kanye West, also known as Ye, has made multiple antisemitic statements over the years.

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Unpacking the Origins of Kanye’s Antisemitism

People of the Pod · 14 Oct 2022

Rapper Kanye West's recent antisemitic remarks, both in a Fox News interview and on social media, highlight the normalization of Jew-hatred in American society.

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Between Hostile and Crazy: Jews and the Two Parties

Sapir · 1 Aug 2021

This article discusses the challenges faced by Jewish Americans in navigating the increasingly polarized political landscape in the United States.

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Just who are the Rothschilds today? The long, non-laser-filled answer

Forward · 29 Jan 2021

The Rothschild family, although not as rich as Bezos and Gates, continues to be a target for antisemites and conspiracy theorists.

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‘G-d bless the Capitol Police’: Far-right protesters breach U.S. Capitol amid antisemitic election claims

Forward · 7 Jan 2021

Far-right protesters breached the U.S. Capitol building during the joint session of Congress to certify President-elect Joe Biden's victory.

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Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories; Coronavirus Resurgence in Israel

People of the Pod · 9 Jul 2020

Holly Huffnagle, the U.S. Director for Combating Antisemitism at the American Jewish Committee (AJC), and Dave Rich, the Director of Policy at the UK's Community Security Trust, discuss the increase in antisemitic conspiracy theories during the COVID-19 pandemic and after the killing of George Floyd.

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After the Storm: Ep. 167

Unorthodox · 31 Jan 2019

This episode of Unorthodox delves into the remarkable story of Derek Black, a former white nationalist who reformed his beliefs after attending college and forging friendships with diverse students, including Jews.

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