The upcoming Arutz Sheva – Israel National News Jerusalem Conference is set for May 18, 2025, in New York. In advance of this event, former New York State Representative Dov Hikind shared his insights with Arutz Sheva on one of the central topics of the conference: the rising challenge of antisemitism in the United States.
“Everyone is very concerned. The numbers don’t lie – the fact is that the incidence of Jew hatred all over the United States and the world is at levels that have never been seen before.”
Hikind emphasized that the official data only tells part of the story. “The numbers don’t lie, but it’s much worse than they show. So many people who are victims of antisemitism are afraid to report it.”
He is hopeful that a shift is on the horizon. “With the Trump administration coming in very soon, we’re going to start making a dent in this. Don’t think that this is the Messiah coming, though.”
He believes the ongoing conflict has created a shift in the situation. “After October 7th, there has to be an approach that may actually work. We need to look at educating everybody about what happened, about Jew hatred – especially for our own children.”
Hikind also pointed out that combating antisemitism is not a matter of partisan politics. “The left has been a problem for a while now, but people on the right are also allowing antisemitic statements or acts. You cannot indulge in antisemitism, I don’t care what your party affiliation is.”
He wrapped up the conversation by responding to reports suggesting he might become the Presidential Envoy to Combat Antisemitism. “I’d be honored, and if God wants it to happen it’s going to happen. Whatever happens, I will continue to be involved in the fight against those who hate the Jewish people.”
{Matzav.com}