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Report: Rise in global anti-Semitism
Yitzhak Benhorin
Published: 31.07.12, 09:45
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1. The biggest reason for this today is because world WRONGLY..
Devorah ,   Israel   (07.31.12)
THINKS that Israel is an occupier and settlements are illegal. The BEST THING ISRAEl can do for itself is declare publically that all Jewish settlements are LEGAL and there is NO OCCUPATION. If Israel doesn't do this it has noone to blame but themselves. G-d gives us everything we need. Time to stop rejecting Him.
2. Religions is Over-rated
Jean-Pierre ,   Austria   (07.31.12)
why support religions when they bring nothing but confusions and trouble. Religions should be banned, for its threat to public in many uses. Judasim to me should not be a religion but classified as an identity of the People of Israel, Judasim is the holder of history, language and much for Israel. But using it as religion is rather low and wrong. We are human beings born to thrive. We are not equal, all different in our own beautiful unique ways.
3. But what is anti semitism?
Gregg ,   Haifa IL   (07.31.12)
I live in Israel, married to an Israeli Jew and have harsh criticism about Israel policies. Does that make me antisemitic? Because according to some here it does... That's funny because it makes me an antisemitic nazi Jew hater married... To a jew
4. sorry to say
sawa ,   ......   (07.31.12)
nowadays it has a cause that powerful jews used the religion or their idintity as jews in polices in racist and in ecconomy and in force . may someones said it is jelouse but there is a part of loving human justice in economy in policy and in human rights
5. #3 Take your "Harsh Criticisms'& go home
DisguisedAntisemites ,   Jerusalem Israel   (07.31.12)
How dare you come to this country and turn on it with your "harsh criticisms" what can you ever possibly contribute to the rebuilding of the Jewish nation in it's ancient homeland . Your in the wrong place and the wrong side of history eventually you will recognize it and you & your "jewish husband" will find a new home in a more comfortable non Jewish country and enviornment. Seems your hubby is also uncomfortable with all thngs Jewish. You only do harm here.bye!e
6. to Gregg
HaifaGuy   (07.31.12)
Sounds like you r apologizing. That's good. You probably have a lot to apologize for. I have read your postings before. Honestly I thought you were an arab. Why would someone with so much antagonism toward israel be leaving in israel married to Jew? Beats me
7. ...and Israel protects rights?! Sweep your own doorstep.
Josh   (07.31.12)
...as a convert what happens in Israel? Do I have to be dati to be treated as a human? Make no bones about it, what goes around comes around. It is a shame and not what is good and right.
8. To #1- wrong
ZT ,   Rochester, NY, USA   (07.31.12)
@Devorah: Israel declares that all the time. The rest of the world isn't buying it. As long as Palestinians don't have voting rights, it *is* an occupation. Unannexed territory is occupied territory and annexing the territory would make all the Palestinians citizens. At that point either Israel would have to grant them voting rights (suicide) or deny them equal rights (apartheid, which is far worse than occupation.) The best thing Israel can do is get the hell out, build up the wall, and let the Palestinians deal with their own problems. I'm skeptical of whether this has a major impact on global antisemitism, but at the very least it would help Israel's image.
9. Greg # 3
David Israel ,   New York, USA   (07.31.12)
I am a Turkish born and raised Jew married to a Chinese living in New York for the past 32 years American. I am not at all religious but I am Jewish. I too criticize Israeli policies many times but no one has ever called me an Antisemite. There is constructive criticism and hostile criticism. There lies the difference. When someone ignores the rights for the Jewish nation to live in peace in their own historic land, if they deny Jews the right to protect their sovereignty against those who are sworn to destroy Israel then I can tell that these are AntiSemites. But if you are supporting for example the young Israelis who were protesting the Israeli government about the high prices of Tel Aviv rents or even for using too much force in Gaza, then you are not an anti Semite.
10. #5 Can't he go whereever he wants? can't he comment however
Yoni ,   Tel Aviv   (07.31.12)
he wishes? Whats wrong with having an opinion on somewhere, if you live there, and pay taxes, then you are contributing and you get to criticize or commend where appropriate. Calm down.
11. Anti-Semitism is a vague term along with the term "Jew."
Michael ,   California, USA   (07.31.12)
"Jew," who is a Jew? Only those who hate Jews know for sure what this term means. They walk down the street and hate every sixth person in the world. Crazy, isn't it?
12. Anti-semitism
Robert ,   Tampa USA   (07.31.12)
If Israel attacks Iran and the world's economies suffer the anti-semitism will triple along with hatred of Israel. It's your choice.
13. Ask the anti-Semites, why they are anti-Semitic
Harald ,   Germany   (07.31.12)
Anyway, they are the only true experts in anti-Semitism, and they are always ready to give an honest answer to that question. And there is a reason for everything.
14. #3. Gregg: Learn the word: Kapo
Tom W ,   USA   (07.31.12)
15. Harald @ 13 - And there is a reason for everything.
split ,   US   (07.31.12)
Google "Antisemitism: Its History and Causes" and read first 13 lines of chapter 1 ,...
16. 6 apology
Gregg ,   Haifa IL   (07.31.12)
For what? Which reasons? Appology for my opinion? Certainly not. I was being sarcastic about my comment at #3
17. #13 - beware the slippery slope
roxanne ,   Haifa   (07.31.12)
Maintain your skepticism, but remember that A PEOPLE IS MADE OF INDIVIDUALS, each of whom is trying to just live. 'They' don't qualify for a stereotype (anymore than you do with your German provenance). Neither the group nor the individuals deserve these eons of punishment.
18. In israel non-jews are forced to support Judaism. Through t
Start at home   (07.31.12)
government issued taxes, Some of which the government gives to synagouges, yeshivas. Rabbi are paid by the state. Mosque and Churches are taxed at higher rate than jewish facilities. 20% of the so-called isreali citizen are prohibited from buying land via "righ to return" laws.
19. Rise in global anit-Semitism
Harold ,   USA   (07.31.12)
Occupation of Palestinian lands and treating the Palestinian inhumanly is the main cause for anti-Semitism. This situation lasts for ever when occupation is in place.
20. To #8 Wrong?
Mickey ,   Sydney, Australia   (08.01.12)
Get the hell out of the WB? All Israel will get are rockets fired on her from the WB just like from Gaza.
21. # 5 - Same for American Zionists
Nina ,   NYC   (08.01.12)
I have the same thoughts for American zionists who criticize American policy vis a vis Israel. If they don't like it, they should get the hell out.
22. to 1
sawa   (08.01.12)
do you think that God needs our support or do people need the god support ??
23. do you think it must be
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one of two semitic or antisemitic ..honestly iam the fourth group who am i ???
24. Anti-Semetism
Nicbyte ,   Soiuth Africa   (08.01.12)
The world is starting to hate Jews more not of religion but because of their government standards and policies. They seem to live in constant paranoia, and with US backing and nuclear weapons stockpiles think they can be the bullies of the ME. That is what is creating anti-Semitism, Stop looking for reasons people hate you and start looking at yourselves and your government as to why the world is starting to hate Jews. All my friends are Jews, I myself am an Atheist yet they agree with me. Bibi will be the death of Israel.
25. 3. there are many self hating Jews
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there are also many women who marry abusive and hateful men.
26. 21. I am an American entitled to my opinion
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and understanding of facts. I don't need to "get out" as you put it. I understand right and wrong and that is where my loyalty lies. I love America and stand with her and when she is wrong, I love her enough and have enough courage to say so. Further, let's just be clear on what a Zionist is: An individual that believes in Israel's right to exist as a Jewish State. I am a PROUD American and a Zionist.
27. 13 Harald,Antisemits are not choosy.
ORA ,   JERUSALEM   (08.01.12)
Every excuse to hate Jews is good enough.
28. #18 want to try the truth sometime?
Gee ,   Zikron Yaakov   (08.02.12)
Neither mosques or churches are taxed period. They also receive government payments. Lie number one and two. The next point has nothing to do with the other. There is no restriction on the purchase of land by any religion or nationality - lie number three. The fourth lie is the 'right of return'. It does not apply to ANY Israelis. They are not citizens moron.
29. No,3, according to your earlier posts and
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this one, you seem to be sorry for being here and living in Israel. No one forced you to get married to an Israeli and most certainly, no one forces you to stay here.
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