On today's Antisemitism Watch, we cover the memorial service for victims of the Heaton Park synagogue attack in the UK, where speakers highlighted rising fear and antisemitism. We detail the Metropolitan Museum of Art's cancellation of its John Galliano exhibition due to backlash over his past antisemitic remarks, and examine political rhetoric from Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and concerns surrounding Vice President JD Vance's associations. The episode also addresses a new study linking BDS advocacy to increased genocide accusations against Israel on college campuses, and a physical incident where a far-right personality used antisemitic slurs after a kickboxing match.

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This episode of Antisemitism Watch reports on the complex landscape of rising antisemitism. Host Rachel Adler covers New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's response to antisemitic incidents, the fallout from a canceled Met Gala exhibition due to designer John Galliano's past remarks, and a memorial service for victims of the Heaton Park synagogue attack. We also look at efforts to combat online hate, concerns on college campuses, and institutional responses, including Oklahoma's offer to welcome Jewish families fleeing antisemitism.

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On Antisemitism Watch, Rabbi Daniel Walker reports the Jewish community feels less safe nearly one year after a deadly synagogue attack, citing rising antisemitism and a lack of action on core problems, as violent hate crimes targeting Jewish people increase. We also cover the Metropolitan Museum of Art's cancellation of its John Galliano tribute exhibition following significant backlash over his history of antisemitic remarks, and delve into political rhetoric, including opposition to antisemitism bills and accusations against Jewish citizens and Israel. On campus, UCLA faces a lawsuit over student protest discipline, while Touro University launches a new fellowship to teach about antisemitism. Finally, a Canadian advocacy group is using billboard trucks to highlight individuals charged with hate crimes during protests.

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- Algemeiner: https://www.algemeiner.com/2026/08/31/metropolitan-museum-art-cancels-met-gala-exhibit-john-galliano-following-backlash-antisemitic-comments/
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- jpost.com: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-907163

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Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed faces scrutiny over donor ties to figures making explicit antisemitic remarks and Holocaust inversion claims. We examine the lasting global impact of the 2001 Durban conference, where antisemitism was reframed as political expression, and explore a lawsuit filed by a UCLA student challenging their protest-related suspension. Plus, commentary on alleged antisemitic rhetoric from author Richard Flanagan and Vice President JD Vance's critical remarks on Israel.

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This episode of Antisemitism Watch reports on Vice President JD Vance's upcoming address to the Republican Jewish Coalition, addressing concerns over his past statements and associations with figures like Tucker Carlson. We also cover the rejection of an Australian documentary on antisemitic cancel culture by major film festivals and public broadcasters, and a call by Christian lawmakers for former President Trump to create a U.S. pathway for Jewish Canadians facing vandalism, threats, and violence.

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Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed apologizes for remarks drawing criticism and facing attacks from Donald Trump, while far-right provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos is deported following documented antisemitic statements. This episode also covers CAIR-NJ's controversial 'Back to School' guide linking 9/11 to US support for Israel, an incident where a Columbia University student was called a 'dirty Jew' amidst campus protests, antisemitism trends in European political parties, and security concerns for the upcoming Jewish High Holy Days, alongside a positive surge in Jewish Student Union clubs.

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Heightened security is urged for Jewish institutions across the U.S. ahead of the High Holy Days, as antisemitic hate crimes reached nearly 63% of religion-based incidents last year. Political rhetoric intensifies with RNC Chairman Joe Gruters warning of risks from a Democratic Congress and former President Trump attacking Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, who apologized for comments on a synagogue attack. Meanwhile, Jewish Canadians concerned about rising antisemitism are exploring relocation, prompting advocacy for expedited U.S. entry pathways.

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Antisemitism Watch: Host Rachel Adler reports on how a recent ADL study traces the roots of campus antisemitism to 1970s academic theory. We examine political controversies involving Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed and streamer Hasan Piker, RNC Chairman Joe Gruters' warnings about antisemitism in the Democratic Party, and a city-sponsored puppet show criticized as anti-Israel propaganda. Plus, a global snapshot from the CAM Antisemitism Research Center, policy debates in California and regarding Jewish Canadians, and the trial of a UK doctor facing charges for alleged support of Hamas. A new study suggests openness correlates with lower antisemitic attitudes.

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On Antisemitism Watch, we report on escalating hate crimes, including a white supremacist's conviction for targeting jurors in the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial and a chilling multi-state campaign of antisemitic letters threatening Kristallnacht. We also examine diplomatic tensions as Turkey accuses Israel of genocide amidst reported antisemitic rhetoric from Ankara. Plus, Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed apologizes for controversial comments linking a synagogue attack to Israel's actions. Host Rachel Adler provides analysis on these critical developments.

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This episode of Antisemitism Watch covers a US State Department directive urging global governments to enhance security for Jewish communities amid rising threats before the High Holy Days. We also report on explicit antisemitic slurs directed at Congressional nominee Brad Lander during a protest in New York City, and examine tactics used by commentator Tucker Carlson to evade criticism for his rhetoric. Coverage regarding campus incidents is noted as having insufficient evidence for a detailed report this episode.

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- jpost.com: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-906992

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