Even as Jews thrived in America for more than 350 years, antisemitism, also called anti-Judaism, affected their lives. It took different forms—Jews were blackballed from clubs and societies, legislation impacting Jewish rights, and even terrible violence. Understanding the Jewish experience in America requires recognizing that antisemitism was and remains a powerful American tradition.

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Q&A: Antisemitism in America

In Pamela’s Q&A session with American University Magazine, she discusses the alarming increase in antisemitic incidents in 2023 and the long history of antisemitism in America. From the first Jewish settlers to today’s rise in hate crimes, she examines how understanding this history is crucial to addressing the ongoing challenge of combating antisemitism.