Tag: Swastika

A middle school teacher in Connecticut was suspended for a lesson on the Holocaust that involved asking students to draw a swastika, list positive things about Hitler, and comment on a "cute" baby photo of him.
A swastika armband found at Ignacios Tailor on the Upper East Side sparked outrage when it was discovered sewn onto a shirt.
The letters to the editor cover various topics, with one expressing concern about the power of chants like "From the River to the Sea" to shape perceptions and potentially evoke harmful historical parallels, urging vigilance in addressing antisemitism.
Following the vandalism incident where a red swastika was painted on the banner of a suburban Philadelphia synagogue, the author recounts reassuring her young children about the meaning of the symbol, the history of antisemitism, and the complexities of Jewish identity.
The text reflects on experiences of antisemitism in Guatemala, highlighting a childhood encounter with a boy who called the author "Israel" in a derogatory manner, reminiscent of Nazi practices of assigning Jewish names.
The article discusses the resurgence of swastikas and the increase in anti-Jewish hatred, particularly in the form of Israel-hatred.
This week's Antisemitism Monitor highlights several incidents of antisemitism in different parts of the world.
The author reflects on the tragic situation of a young Israeli trapped by Hamas, who sends a heartbreaking message to his family expressing love and sorrow.
The story follows a narrator attending the funeral of his childhood friend Steven's father.
The trend of renaming locations named after the swastika, a potent symbol of the Nazis, has been growing in recent years.
Rev. Dr. T. Kenjitsu Nakagaki discusses the historical significance of the swastika as a symbol of peace and well-being, striving to reclaim its original meaning from its association with hate in the 20th century.
The author reflects on the significance of war memorabilia, particularly those with Nazi symbols, passed down through his family.
High school athletes in southern California's Pacifica High School in Garden Grove were reported to have given a Nazi salute and chanted a supportive song during an awards ceremony, with the incident captured on video and shared on social media.
A children's coloring book in the Netherlands caused outrage as it featured a paint-by-letter drawing of Adolf Hitler making the Nazi salute.
"Broad City" focuses on the intertwining lives of Abbi and Ilana as they navigate through a series of misadventures in New York City.
An exhibit in Salvador, Brazil, showcasing vintage World Cup jerseys includes controversial items such as the swastika-adorned jersey of Germany's 1934 team and a Mussolini-era Italian jersey featuring symbols of fascism.