Here's how we can distinguish between those genuinely dedicated to countering Jew-hatred from those caught up in partisan warfare.
"Stop denouncing anti-Semitism!" This may seem an incongruous thing to say, particularly for those of us who have long asked elected officials to speak out and denounce bias and violence against Jews. In the wake of recent rhetoric, however, this suggestion is entirely appropriate. Sometimes such denunciations are actually detrimental to the fight against anti-Semitism.
Until very recently, fighting anti-Semitism was one of the few issues upon which Democrats and Republicans could easily agree. This bipartisanship has been critical to American success in countering Jew hatred around the world. For example, the House of Representatives’ Bipartisan Task Force for Combatting Anti-Semitism has helped stem antisemitic displays in countries with far-right governments, like Hungary.
First, beware not only the ideologically selective decrying of anti-Semitism, but also public figures who charge their partisan opponents with anti-Semitism while pushing antisemitic tropes of their own.
Fourth, turn a critical eye to leaders in Congress who add amendments condemning anti-Semitism to unrelated legislation in order to create tough political votes for those across the aisle. These tactics aren’t just irrelevant to fighting anti-Semitism; they actually undercut such work. I have no doubt that most Americans, of all political stripes, would agree that fighting one of the world’s oldest forms of hatred is more important than raising campaign dollars or winning an election. It’s time for all of our elected officials to act accordingly.
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