Jewish Lawmakers Grapple with Rising Antisemitism from Far Left and Right
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Jewish lawmakers feel caught between extreme left and right groups that espouse antisemitic views and threaten their safety.
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The protests have brought unprecedented attention to antisemitism, but much of it goes "below the radar" compared to other minority groups.
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Assemblymember Gabriel feels a personal connection to Israel and the conflict, as do many Jewish Americans who have family there.
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There is a sense of vulnerability in the Jewish community with rising antisemitism from both far-right and far-left groups.
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Jewish lawmakers plan legislative action around antisemitism and are calling on allies for support in light of recent incidents.