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Man accused of 2022 antisemitic attack in Ponte Vedra Beach sentenced to 10 years
Read full article: Man accused of 2022 antisemitic attack in Ponte Vedra Beach sentenced to 10 yearsNoah Amato pleaded "no contest" to two charges stemming from that incident. He was 17-years-old during the attack in 2022. Amato is charged with running from deputies in a separate case in July 2023.
A look at college presidents who have resigned under pressure over their handling of Gaza protests
Read full article: A look at college presidents who have resigned under pressure over their handling of Gaza protestsProtests against the war in Gaza have put intense pressure on U.S. college leaders, who are charged with bridging bitter campus divides while balancing free speech rights with concern for safety on campus.
Columbia's president resigns after months of turmoil punctuated by clashes over Israel-Hamas war
Read full article: Columbia's president resigns after months of turmoil punctuated by clashes over Israel-Hamas warColumbia University President Minouche Shafik has resigned after a brief, tumultuous tenure.
‘They’re all people’: Pro-Palestinian group rallies in downtown Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘They’re all people’: Pro-Palestinian group rallies in downtown JacksonvilleEmotions ran high at a pro-Palestinian rally held in Downtown Jacksonville as organizers and protestors said they want people to see the death toll in Gaza as more than just a statistic.
Jacksonville marquee, billboard defaced with antisemitic graffiti on 1st night of Hanukkah
Read full article: Jacksonville marquee, billboard defaced with antisemitic graffiti on 1st night of HanukkahThis comes as religious-based hates crimes are on the rise and law enforcement agencies are warning members of the Jewish community to be alert for possible threats.
‘This is a fight for democracy and for freedom’: Local Jewish leader describes rally in Washington
Read full article: ‘This is a fight for democracy and for freedom’: Local Jewish leader describes rally in WashingtonTens of thousands gathered at the National Mall in Washington on Tuesday for a rally in support of Israel and against the rise in antisemitism since the start of the war between Israel and Hamas.
US Department of Education launches strategy to tackle antisemitism, Islamophobia after increase in incidents
Read full article: US Department of Education launches strategy to tackle antisemitism, Islamophobia after increase in incidentsThe Biden administration launched new tools to tackle antisemitism, Islamophobia and related forms of discrimination amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
WATCH LIVE: Thousands rally at ‘March for Israel’ on the National Mall in DC
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Thousands rally at ‘March for Israel’ on the National Mall in DCThousands are expected to attend the Jewish Federations of North America’s “March for Israel” on the National Mall in Washington, DC Tuesday afternoon.
Jewish Community Alliance hosts 3rd speaker series focused on antisemitism as incidents increase across US
Read full article: Jewish Community Alliance hosts 3rd speaker series focused on antisemitism as incidents increase across USAn antisemitism event that was planned long before the Israel-Hamas war broke out was held Tuesday night with the First Coast YMCA.
‘Together Against Hate’ series continues Tuesday with event focused on combatting antisemitism
Read full article: ‘Together Against Hate’ series continues Tuesday with event focused on combatting antisemitismMultiple local groups are coming together Tuesday to unite the Jacksonville community in the third event in the “Together Against Hate” series. This one focuses on combatting antisemitism.
Florida lawmakers look to pass measure on hate crimes, increased penalties after antisemitic incidents
Read full article: Florida lawmakers look to pass measure on hate crimes, increased penalties after antisemitic incidentsAfter incidents such as anti-Semitic messages being projected on buildings in Jacksonville, lawmakers Thursday called for passing a measure that would define certain acts as hate crimes and increase criminal penalties.
City leaders propose multiple bills to stop messages of hate, antisemitism in Jacksonville
Read full article: City leaders propose multiple bills to stop messages of hate, antisemitism in JacksonvilleCity leaders in Jacksonville are making moves to ban the projection of images onto someone else’s buildings or property without permission.