In the largest Orthodox neighborhood in London, a peculiar ‘Beware of Jews” sign was recently displayed.
When questioned by the local police, the creator claimed it was a work of art. Obviously, he is lying, delusional, or just evil, because any logical mind knows this isn’t art, it’s a hate crime—plain and simple!
2017 has been a record year for anti-Semitism and we’re only 3 months in. Between the repeated bomb threat hoaxes, cemeteries destroyed, swastikas painted on cars, and now this London mess, it’s enough to make me want to cry (and scream!).
I don’t know what is prompting such insanity. It is very troubling and hurtful. But I am not discouraged because good people around the world are also reacting with outrage, going all the way up to the Vice President.
Throughout history, anti-Semitism was actually encouraged by members of the Gentile community. No longer! Because of increased awareness and tolerance, only the sickest, most despicable people think Anti-Semitism is ok.
By continuing to expose and denounce these vile acts, we are chipping away at the hate and hopefully encouraging the love. I, for one, wish we could all come together as one people, the Human Race, and do what’s best for everyone.
Hate, even when it’s disguised as “art,” is NEVER acceptable!
I am in the Midwest , and I dont understand where or why this is happening. I watch the news and wonder why and for the life of me, I can’t figure it out.
I mean, the new president’s son in law I believe is Jewish and I am not sure but didnt his daughter convert? I have seen this administration speak out against the hate, but I dont understand where the hate is coming from.
I looked up the artist of the sign Franck Allais and couldnt determine what nationality he even was.
I dont get it….
Yes, Ivanka Trump converted when she got married and her in-laws, the Kushners, are very involved in Jewish life/groups. The “artist” is supposed to be of French nationality, I’ve heard.
It’s sad what is happening around the world. A JCC in our county is among the many that has received bomb threats.
I don’t believe this is a work of art and I hope it was removed.
Same here. I think the number is over 100 now, with JCCs all around the world getting reports of bomb threats. All fake—so far–but very, very scary and we have to take each one seriously.
Another Holocaust is coming. And, like in the last one, good Jews will not take strong action so as to “not make waves”. Not this one ! NEVER AGAIN!
YES, we must speak up and expose these vile acts! I want to shout it out from the roof tops that the Jewish community will not accept this type of harassment ever again.