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Jewish News 24 · Aug 15, 2026

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NYC COUNCIL SPEAKER JULIE MENIN: From 73 swastikas defacing a Brooklyn playground to a Jewish man stabbed after leaving Tisha B’Av services last month, horrifying acts of antisemitism are soaring in our city. From Hebrew school to my father’s memorial service, Central Synagogue is where my family and thousands of others worship. It is our sanctuary and a place of solace. Armed guards stand outside on the High Holidays as we have to explain to our children why they are there. Now, a congregant was assaulted during Shabbat services in an incident that has resulted in hate crime charges. When my mother and grandmother came to New York City after surviving the Holocaust they were welcomed with open arms. What is happening now in our city is unrecognizable and horrifying. We will not allow hate to divide us or fear to silence us. We will continue fighting for a city where every New Yorker can live safely and proudly, no matter their faith.

*NYC COUNCIL SPEAKER JULIE MENIN:* From 73 swastikas defacing a Brooklyn playground to a Jewish man stabbed after leaving Tisha B’Av services last month, horrifying acts of antisemitism are soaring in our city. From Hebrew school to my father’s memorial service, Central Synagogue is where my family and thousands of others worship. It is our sanctuary and a place of solace. Armed guards stand outside on the High Holidays as we have to explain to our children why they are there. Now, a congregant was assaulted during Shabbat services in an incident that has resulted in hate crime charges. When my mother and grandmother came to New York City after surviving the Holocaust they were welcomed with open arms. What is happening now in our city is unrecognizable and horrifying. We will not allow hate to divide us or fear to silence us. We will continue fighting for a city where every New Yorker can live safely and proudly, no matter their faith.

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