The Deadly Virus of Anti-Semitic Terrorism
theatlantic.comPublished: 6/2/2025
Summary
The article describes two attacks in the U.S. where anti-Semitic ideologies were exploited to cause violence. In Boulder, Colorado, during an event supporting Palestinian rights, an attack left eight hospitalized, including a Holocaust survivor. Another attack in Washington, D.C., targeted embassy staff with threatening tactics linked to Palestinian chants. Both incidents reflect anti-Semitic intent aiming to instill fear. The article highlights the need for clear distinctions in public discourse about Israel and Jews to reject harmful narratives that facilitate violence against Jewish communities.