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President Trump’s dehumanization and targeting of our Somali neighbors is racist and it is dangerous. When any community is singled out, none of us is safe. Labeling a community “garbage” gives license to further bigotry and violence — threatening all of us, the rule of law, and our democracy.
Most Somali immigrants in Minnesota are U.S. citizens, yet residents have been pulled over, asked for their passports and detained by ICE this week after President Trump called them “garbage.”
In Minneapolis, Somalis say they’ve been targeted since Trump called them ‘garbage’
Minnesota has been a magnet for Somali immigrants for decades and now has America’s largest population of people of Somali descent.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM
President Trump’s dehumanization and targeting of our Somali neighbors is racist and it is dangerous. When any community is singled out, none of us is safe. Labeling a community “garbage” gives license to further bigotry and violence — threatening all of us, the rule of law, and our democracy.
Giving Tuesday comes at a crucial moment. We can act now to defend democracy and counter antisemitism and hate. Today only, gifts to JCPA are matched 100%. If you can, support our work for shared safety and inclusive democracy: act.jewishpublicaffairs.org/a/donate-2025
December 2, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Giving Tuesday comes at a crucial moment. We can act now to defend democracy and counter antisemitism and hate. Today only, gifts to JCPA are matched 100%. If you can, support our work for shared safety and inclusive democracy: act.jewishpublicaffairs.org/a/donate-2025
Happy Thanksgiving from JCPA!
November 27, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Happy Thanksgiving from JCPA!
We are closely following news of a shooting in DC in which two National Guardsmen were killed. Our hearts are with all impacted. www.cnn.com/2025/11/26/p...
Multiple people shot in Washington, DC, including at least one National Guardsman | CNN Politics
Multiple people were shot in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, including at least one member of the US National Guard, according to a source familiar with the early reports.
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November 26, 2025 at 9:25 PM
We are closely following news of a shooting in DC in which two National Guardsmen were killed. Our hearts are with all impacted. www.cnn.com/2025/11/26/p...
Tomorrow we remember Harvey Milk, one of the first openly gay elected officials in the U.S., who was assassinated for fighting for equality. His legacy reminds us that LGBTQ+ safety, dignity, and full participation in democracy are essential. May his memory be a blessing.
November 26, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Tomorrow we remember Harvey Milk, one of the first openly gay elected officials in the U.S., who was assassinated for fighting for equality. His legacy reminds us that LGBTQ+ safety, dignity, and full participation in democracy are essential. May his memory be a blessing.
Protecting the rights and safety of all communities and advancing inclusive democracy isn’t just important because of our values. It's also crucial for our own safety as Jews.
November 25, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Protecting the rights and safety of all communities and advancing inclusive democracy isn’t just important because of our values. It's also crucial for our own safety as Jews.
In her Thanksgiving message, JCPA’s Sr VP and Rabbi in Residence Rabba Rori Picker Neiss reflects on how this holiday comes amid deep division in the Jewish community — and reminds us that even when conversations feel hard, we lean in, listen, and stay connected.
November 24, 2025 at 5:33 PM
In her Thanksgiving message, JCPA’s Sr VP and Rabbi in Residence Rabba Rori Picker Neiss reflects on how this holiday comes amid deep division in the Jewish community — and reminds us that even when conversations feel hard, we lean in, listen, and stay connected.
AAJC’s new Anti-Asian Hate in 2024 report makes clear: anti-Asian violence is rising — and it’s part of the same ecosystem of hate threatening Jews, immigrants, and other communities. We stand with our AAPI partners in confronting hate in all its forms. www.advancingjustice-aajc.org/publication/...
Anti-Asian Hate in 2024: Analysis and Recommendations for Change
This report provides a deeper analysis of the data, highlights trends in anti-Asian hate, and offer recommendations for partners.
www.advancingjustice-aajc.org
November 21, 2025 at 7:11 PM
AAJC’s new Anti-Asian Hate in 2024 report makes clear: anti-Asian violence is rising — and it’s part of the same ecosystem of hate threatening Jews, immigrants, and other communities. We stand with our AAPI partners in confronting hate in all its forms. www.advancingjustice-aajc.org/publication/...
Chanting things like “globalize the intifada” and “death to the IDF” outside a synagogue isn’t protesting Israeli policy. It’s antisemitism, and there’s no excuse. www.timesofisrael.com/we-need-to-m...
November 21, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Chanting things like “globalize the intifada” and “death to the IDF” outside a synagogue isn’t protesting Israeli policy. It’s antisemitism, and there’s no excuse. www.timesofisrael.com/we-need-to-m...
Political violence is never acceptable and should not be encouraged by our leaders. This year, we've seen public officials targeted with assassinations, arson, and other attacks. Amid rising extremism all leaders must condemn this rhetoric as dangerous and irresponsible.
November 20, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Political violence is never acceptable and should not be encouraged by our leaders. This year, we've seen public officials targeted with assassinations, arson, and other attacks. Amid rising extremism all leaders must condemn this rhetoric as dangerous and irresponsible.
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Swastikas and nooses aren’t “potentially divisive” - they are symbols of racist and antisemitic hate, violence, and genocide. By no longer classifying them as hate symbols, the Coast Guard is doing nothing less than normalizing violent extremism.
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U.S. Coast Guard will no longer classify swastikas, nooses as hate symbols
The military service, which falls under the Department of Homeland Security, has drafted a new policy that classifies such items “potentially divisive.”
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November 20, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Swastikas and nooses aren’t “potentially divisive” - they are symbols of racist and antisemitic hate, violence, and genocide. By no longer classifying them as hate symbols, the Coast Guard is doing nothing less than normalizing violent extremism.
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On Trans Day of Remembrance, we honor the trans and nonbinary people whose lives were taken by violence. As anti-LGBTQ+ attacks escalate, we reaffirm: Jewish values demand inclusion. Everyone deserves to live openly, safely, and without fear. May their memories be a blessing.
November 20, 2025 at 4:09 PM
On Trans Day of Remembrance, we honor the trans and nonbinary people whose lives were taken by violence. As anti-LGBTQ+ attacks escalate, we reaffirm: Jewish values demand inclusion. Everyone deserves to live openly, safely, and without fear. May their memories be a blessing.
On the anniversary of the Club Q shooting, we remember the five lives stolen and we recommit to action. LGBTQ+ communities — especially trans youth — are facing renewed attacks through hateful laws and rhetoric. Everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the freedom to be themselves.
November 19, 2025 at 6:14 PM
On the anniversary of the Club Q shooting, we remember the five lives stolen and we recommit to action. LGBTQ+ communities — especially trans youth — are facing renewed attacks through hateful laws and rhetoric. Everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the freedom to be themselves.
This dismantling of the DOE is part of a broader effort to undermine our democracy, civil service, and academic institutions. Much like the attacks on universities and academic freedom and research, this will not make Jews or any students safer. jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...
New Moves to Dismantle Education Department Threaten Students’ Rights and Safety - Jewish Council for Public Affairs
In response to reports that the Trump Administration will move multiple parts of the Education Department to other federal departments as part of their ongoing push to dismantle the agency, Amy Spital...
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November 18, 2025 at 6:25 PM
This dismantling of the DOE is part of a broader effort to undermine our democracy, civil service, and academic institutions. Much like the attacks on universities and academic freedom and research, this will not make Jews or any students safer. jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...
Sixty-five years ago, six-year-old Ruby Bridges bravely integrated her New Orleans school, facing hate with extraordinary courage. Her story reminds us that democracy and justice depend on protecting every child’s right to learn, live, and thrive in safety and equality.
November 14, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Sixty-five years ago, six-year-old Ruby Bridges bravely integrated her New Orleans school, facing hate with extraordinary courage. Her story reminds us that democracy and justice depend on protecting every child’s right to learn, live, and thrive in safety and equality.
"The Trump administration can’t seem to quit extremist appointees like Paul Ingrassia because this increasingly-normalized antisemitism and hate are sadly a feature, not a bug, in their politics and governance." -JCPA CEO Amy Spitalnick
November 14, 2025 at 4:26 PM
"The Trump administration can’t seem to quit extremist appointees like Paul Ingrassia because this increasingly-normalized antisemitism and hate are sadly a feature, not a bug, in their politics and governance." -JCPA CEO Amy Spitalnick
At a moment of rising antisemitism and broader hate and extremism, the loudest voices are offering a false choice between Jewish safety and democracy. But there is no Jewish safety without inclusive democracy - and no inclusive democracy without Jewish safety.
November 12, 2025 at 2:56 PM
At a moment of rising antisemitism and broader hate and extremism, the loudest voices are offering a false choice between Jewish safety and democracy. But there is no Jewish safety without inclusive democracy - and no inclusive democracy without Jewish safety.
Today we honor all who have served — including the many Jewish Americans and members of diverse communities who have worn the uniform in defense of freedom and democracy. Their service reminds us that protecting democracy is a shared responsibility. Thank you to all veterans.
November 11, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Today we honor all who have served — including the many Jewish Americans and members of diverse communities who have worn the uniform in defense of freedom and democracy. Their service reminds us that protecting democracy is a shared responsibility. Thank you to all veterans.
JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social on @npr.org: It takes moral clarity and courage to name the normalization of antisemitism wherever it exists on the political spectrum.
November 10, 2025 at 11:59 PM
JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social on @npr.org: It takes moral clarity and courage to name the normalization of antisemitism wherever it exists on the political spectrum.
JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social on @npr.org: We appreciate the conservatives speaking out against Fuentes — but they must also call it out wherever it exists, even when it comes from the White House.
November 10, 2025 at 9:54 PM
JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social on @npr.org: We appreciate the conservatives speaking out against Fuentes — but they must also call it out wherever it exists, even when it comes from the White House.
The Supreme Court rejected a legal effort to overturn marriage equality. LGBTQ+ rights are human rights — and protecting them are core to our Jewish values and to the safety and dignity of all communities.
November 10, 2025 at 6:52 PM
The Supreme Court rejected a legal effort to overturn marriage equality. LGBTQ+ rights are human rights — and protecting them are core to our Jewish values and to the safety and dignity of all communities.
CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in @usatoday.com on the path forward after a divisive NYC mayoral race.
November 7, 2025 at 7:06 PM
CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in @usatoday.com on the path forward after a divisive NYC mayoral race.
We need a whole-of-government, whole-of-society approach to counter antisemitism, hate, and extremism — one that strengthens democracy, restores hate-crime prevention funding, protects civil rights, and builds cross-community trust.
True safety comes from prevention. 🧵 (1/5)
True safety comes from prevention. 🧵 (1/5)
November 7, 2025 at 4:27 PM
We need a whole-of-government, whole-of-society approach to counter antisemitism, hate, and extremism — one that strengthens democracy, restores hate-crime prevention funding, protects civil rights, and builds cross-community trust.
True safety comes from prevention. 🧵 (1/5)
True safety comes from prevention. 🧵 (1/5)
JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in the Associated Press on the NYC mayoral race — and the urgency of advancing a strong, safe, and inclusive city where Jewish and all New Yorkers can thrive.
November 6, 2025 at 6:57 PM
JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in the Associated Press on the NYC mayoral race — and the urgency of advancing a strong, safe, and inclusive city where Jewish and all New Yorkers can thrive.
JCPA CEO Amy Spitalnick draws connections between the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin 30 years ago and today’s rise in political violence in the U.S. Like Rabin, we must reject the false choice between Jewish safety and democracy.
November 6, 2025 at 3:06 PM
JCPA CEO Amy Spitalnick draws connections between the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin 30 years ago and today’s rise in political violence in the U.S. Like Rabin, we must reject the false choice between Jewish safety and democracy.