Elisha Wiesel: The Alarming Return of Antisemitism
- Elisha Wiesel argues that antisemitism has never disappeared, but says the aftermath of October 7 exposes how quickly old prejudices return when societies become divided and search for scapegoats.
- Wiesel discusses Hamas’ October 7 attack, Israel’s response in Gaza and why he believes younger generations often struggle to recognize the reality of evil without the historical memory of events like 9/11, the Cold War or World War II.
- He criticizes former President Barack Obama’s comments about Israel potentially losing its “moral center,” arguing that Israel has repeatedly taken steps…
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