The conversation delves into the complexities of anti-Semitism, the importance of productive conversations, and the need to strengthen Jewish identity and education. It explores trends in anti-Semitism, the impact of religious animus, the language used to discuss anti-Semitism, and the role of civil discourse in combating hate and bias. Additionally, it addresses the challenges of preparing children to address anti-Semitism, the effectiveness of anti-Semitism work, and the visibility and targeting of Orthodox communities. The conversation delves into the complexities of allyship, the struggle with ignorance and antisemitism, the distinction between progressive and conservative antisemitism, the importance of labeling antisemitism, and a rapid-fire Q&A session covering various topics related to antisemitism and advocacy.

Rabbi Barry Diamond Temple Adat Elohim

Rabbi Ari Averbach Temple Etz Chayim

Joshua Burt, Regional Director Santa Barbara/Tri-County ADL

Website to have construction conversations: www.PointTaken.social

Takeaways

• Anti-Semitism is deeply rooted in history and manifests in various forms
• Productive conversations and civil discourse are essential in combating hate and bias
• Strengthening Jewish identity and education is crucial in addressing anti-Semitism Justice isn't transactional
• Understanding the nuances of antisemitism

Chapters

• 00:00 Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew
• 06:24 Religious Animus and Anti-Semitism
• 13:18 Productive Conversations and Civil Discourse
• 19:38 Challenging Terminology and Coded Language
• 27:27 Effectiveness of Anti-Semitism Work
• 32:33 Visibility and Targeting of Orthodox Communities
• 39:00 Ignorance and Antisemitism
• 45:19 Labeling Antisemitism
• 54:47 Rapid Fire Q&A