Anti -Semitism in Germany: Warnings of further radicalizations!

Anti -Semitism in Germany: Warnings of further radicalizations!

Berlin, Deutschland - In Germany, the propalestinic protests have recently drawn attention to a serious social issue. Remko Leemhuis, director of the American Jewish Committee (AJC) in Berlin, brings up the parallels to the anti-corona movement. His observations show that many of the protesters, especially at universities, may take part in a demonstration for the first time and are often not sufficiently informed about the background. According to Jewish general, he sees this a worrying radicalization that is reminiscent of the corona protests at its speed.

But the problem goes far beyond these protests. Experts warn of the consolidation of anti-Semitic thoughts that result from the comparisons of corona measures with the Nazi terror. Tagesschau reports of frightening incidents, such as a dialogue in a Corona protest, in which a YouTuberin compared the press ID of a reporter with the Nazi Head Act. Such comparisons are not just insensitive; They relativize one of the darkest periods in history and expose an increasingly latent anti -Semitic climate.

The deeply rooted anti -Semitism in Germany

anti -Semitism is a deeply rooted social problem with historical roots in Germany that extend to the present. According to the [Institute for Human Rights] (https://www.institut-fuer-menschenrechte.eu/aktuelle- science-sichten/latenter-antiSemitism-in-de--historische- und-aktuelle- Analysis/), anti-Semitism has changed from Christian anti-Judaism to racist hatred to modern forms of appearance. Although the Holocaust has been extensively processed, anti -Semitic stereotypes and attitudes remain present in society.

A current study shows that a fifth of the German population has latent anti -Semitic attitudes. This attitude is not only widespread in extremist circles, but can also be found in the middle of society. The trend of taking historical comparisons when it is expressed is worrying, as Leemhuis notes. It is all the more important that not only the Jewish community, but above all the majority society against anti -Semitism.

The role of education and society

Combating anti -Semitism is a task for society as a whole. Leemhuis calls for a clear attitude of leaders, especially in education and in the cultural area, to counter these challenges. A comprehensive strategy for combating anti -Semitism must coordinate education, prevention, law enforcement and public education. Many people do not know how deeply rooted the problem is and what historical background it has.

On the political stage, an active discussion is necessary to overcome the growing feeling of the rapid between political managers and the population. The Thuringian Protection President Stephan Kramer warns of the consequences of the Nazi deploration and calls for a rethink in society. The Amadeu Antonio Foundation has already called for measures to analyze and show the functional of anti -Semitism.

In the context of this debate, it is of central importance that society takes responsibility. As Leemhuis emphasizes, the fight against anti -Semitism is not only a task of the Jewish community, but above all the non -Jewish population. Only through joint efforts can we contain the roots of hatred.