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NYC Anti-Jewish Hate Crimes Skyrocket 182% During Mayor Mamdani’s First Month

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You Got What You Voted For 

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New York NY, New York City is grappling with a disturbing paradox. While the NYPD celebrates its “safest January on record” for gun violence, the city’s Jewish community is facing a historic surge in targeted violence.

According to new data released by the NYPD, antisemitic hate crimes surged 182% in January 2026—the very first month of Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration.

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NYC Mayoral Race Scrutiny: Examining Candidate Zohran Mamdani’s Affiliation with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)

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Political Spotlight: Scrutinizing Affiliations Amidst Rising Antisemitism Concerns

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New York NY, the political landscape in New York City has sharpened following the Democratic mayoral primary victory of Zohran Mamdani. Attention has turned to his association with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), a prominent political organization whose official platform and public statements regarding Israel have drawn intense scrutiny and controversy.

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Teaneck Rabbi Assaulted in Bergenfield—Good Samaritan Steps In!

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SHOCKING ATTACK: Teaneck Rabbi Assaulted in Bergenfield; Suspect ARRESTED After Good Samaritan Intervenes

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Bergenfield NJ, a shocking incident unfolded on Sunday, October 5th, in Bergenfield, New Jersey, when a local rabbi was assaulted outside his home. Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is now in custody.

The victim has been identified as Rabbi Avraham Wein, the assistant rabbi at Congregation Keter Torah in nearby Teaneck. The swift response from a community member and law enforcement ensured the attacker was quickly apprehended.

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Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Jerry Greenfield Quits Over Inability to Promote Companies Anti-Sematic values

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Ridgewood NJ, Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield resigned on September 17, 2025, after nearly 50 years, slamming parent company Unilever for stifling the ice cream brand’s social activism, particularly on the Gaza conflict. Greenfield’s exit, announced via an emotional X post, exposes a bitter rift with Unilever, which bought Ben & Jerry’s for $326 million in 2000. As Unilever spins off its ice cream division, this Bergen County-relevant drama is making waves. Here’s the scoop on this 2025 corporate clash!

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Israeli Flag Burned at Bergen County Synagogue, Police Launch Hate Crime Investigation

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Vandalism at Tenafly Synagogue Under Investigation After Israeli Flag is Burned

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Tenafly NJ, a hate crime investigation is underway in Tenafly, New Jersey, after an Israeli flag was found burned outside Temple Sinai of Bergen County. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, September 16, has sent a shockwave through the local community, especially as it happened just days before the start of the Jewish High Holy Days.

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Lawsuit Claims FDU Punished Jewish Chaplain for Speaking Out Against “Antisemitic” Event

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Fairleigh Dickinson University Sued by Jewish Chaplain Over Allegations of Antisemitism

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Teaneck NJ,  a lawsuit filed against Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) alleges that the institution allowed “rampant antisemitism” to spiral out of control in the wake of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks and Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The lawsuit was brought by Ira Jaskoll, an adjunct professor and volunteer Jewish chaplain who claims he was discriminated against and retaliated against for speaking out.

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Ciattarelli Surges on Local Issues in Tight NJ Governor’s Race

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Trenton NJ, New Jersey’s race for governor is heating up, and Republican Jack Ciattarelli is closing the gap on Democrat Mikie Sherrill — thanks to a strong showing among independents when voters focus on local issues.

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Ridgefield Student Files Lawsuit Over Years of Bullying and Antisemitic Abuse: District Accused of Inaction

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RIDGEFIELD, NJ — A disturbing lawsuit has been filed against the Ridgefield Public Schools and several district officials, alleging that a Jewish-Cuban student endured years of relentless bullying, physical assaults, and antisemitic and racist harassment — all while school leaders failed to protect her or intervene appropriately.

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Whitewashing Anti-Israel Campus Protests: The Academic Spin on Hate

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Columbia University, New York: The sight was jarring—elite college students at one of America’s most prestigious institutions pitching tents and chanting “Globalize the Intifada”. These so-called “Hamas Hipsters,” privileged students at $80,000-per-year universities, have become the face of the post-October 7 anti-Israel campus protests that have swept across the country.

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Enduring Threat to Jewish Communities in New Jersey Identified by NJOHSP Assessment

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Ridgewood NJ, the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP) has released a new threat assessment highlighting an ongoing danger to Jewish communities in New Jersey, driven by rising domestic extremism and antisemitic sentiment. This report comes in response to recent violent attacks targeting Jewish individuals in Washington, D.C., and Boulder, Colorado, and confirms that the risk in New Jersey remains high.

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Antisemitic Flyers Found in Wyckoff, NJ: Police Launch Investigation

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Wyckoff NJ, local authorities are investigating after antisemitic flyers containing hate-filled messages were discovered earlier this week in the Sicomac area of Wyckoff, according to officials. The disturbing materials have prompted an active investigation by the Wyckoff Police Department.

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“October 8” Documentary by Wendy Sachs Explores the Aftermath of Hamas Attack and Rising Antisemitism

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Teaneck NJ, Award-winning journalist and filmmaker Wendy Sachs was horrified as she watched the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel unfold on October 7, 2023. The brutal assault resulted in the deaths of 1,200 people and the kidnapping of 251 others, sending shockwaves across the world. But what shocked Sachs even more was the aftermath—a surge of antisemitism erupting on college campuses, social media, and protests across America.

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Trump Administration Cuts $400M in Federal Funding for Columbia University Amid Antisemitism Concerns

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New York NY, the Trump administration has revoked $400 million in federal funding for Columbia University, citing “relentless violence, intimidation, and anti-Semitic harassment” on campus. The decision, announced by the Department of Education, comes as part of a broader crackdown on universities that fail to comply with anti-discrimination laws.

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Universities Brace for Trump’s Crackdown on DEI Programs

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New Brunswick NJ, Universities across the U.S. are finding themselves at the center of former President Donald Trump’s escalating campaign against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. A recent executive order targets schools with endowments exceeding $1 billion, instructing federal institutions to investigate their DEI initiatives and report findings within 120 days.

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Antisemitic Graffiti Found at Fair Lawn High School Sparks Investigation

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Fair Lawn NJ, Fair Lawn High School and local authorities are investigating after antisemitic graffiti, including a swastika, was discovered in a student restroom. The disturbing incident has prompted a swift response from both school officials and law enforcement.

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