Since the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks in Israel, antisemitism has surged worldwide, becoming normalized in public discourse. Journalist Jonathan S. Tobin, editor-in-chief of the Jewish News Syndicate, will explore how antisemitism differs from ordinary prejudice, why defining it has become controversial, and how ideologies like anti-racism, intersectionality, and settler-colonial theory have fueled the demonization of Israel and Zionism.

Tobin will examine the role of the internet, media, and cultural trends in stripping Judaism of its core identity, and how Marxist, Islamist, and far-right factions have united behind narratives denying Jewish history and rights. 
The views expressed in the lecture are those of Mr. Tobin and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Free Library of Philadelphia.

About the Speaker:
Jonathan S. Tobin is editor-in-chief of JNS.org, a senior contributor to The Federalist, and columnist for Newsweek. He hosts the “Think Twice” podcast and has written extensively on U.S. politics, foreign policy, and the Jewish world.  Previously, he was first executive editor and then senior online editor of Commentary magazine and before that editor in chief of the Jewish Exponent in Philadelphia.  He's won numerous awards and appears regularly on television commenting on current issues.

This is a free event, but registration is required. Please register at https://forms.gle/nb2cA3qEgbsBe5Nb7

• Event Details: This is an in-person lecture. 
• When: Tuesday, December 9, at 7 PM
• Where:  Congregation Mikveh Israel Synagogue 44 N 4th St. Philadelphia, PA 19106
• Light bites will be served
• Free Parking