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The Board of Directors of the Jewish Federation of Western Connecticut has determined that it would be beneficial to our entire community if the Federation were to issue a response to the recent mass dissemination of hateful information targeting the Jewish community.

Apr 7, 2025

In March, 54% of hate crimes in NYC targeted Jews, per police data

Article from the Jewish News Syndicate: In March, 54% of hate crimes in NYC targeted Jews, per police data

Since Oct. 7, about 56% of New York City hate crimes have targeted Jews, compared to 43% in the year prior to Oct. 7, according to a city crimes database.

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Mar 31, 2025

Gov. Newsom announces $76M to protect California organizations

News coverage from News KCRA 3: Gov. Newsom announces $76M to protect California organizations from hate-motivated violence

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that $76 million in new security funding has been awarded to 347 community groups and faith-based organizations to help …

Mar 31, 2025

UK announces new laws to stop intimidating protests near shuls

Article from Jewish News: UK announces new laws to stop intimidating protests near shuls

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has announced new laws to protect synagogues from increasingly intimidating protests and rising antisemitism.

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Mar 31, 2025

Police investigating swastika, racist graffiti found at Montgomery County

Article from NBC Philadelphia: Police investigating swastika, racist graffiti found at Montgomery County school

An investigation is underway after a swastika and racist graffiti was recently found in a high school bathroom in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

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Mar 31, 2025

Police-reported hate crimes against Jews increased sharply in 2023

Article from the National Post: Police-reported hate crimes against Jews increased sharply in 2023: Statistics Canada

Police services in Canada recorded a steep rise in hate crimes in 2023, with a significant amount targeting Jews, Statistics Canada reports.

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