Wiesenthal Center Denounces Anti-Israel Resolutions by Evangelical Lutheran Church of America
The Simon Wiesenthal Center (“the Center”)has denounced several measures adopted by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) at its recently-concluded convention.
Episcopalian Bishops Apologize for False Israel Atrocity Stories
The Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts apologized for spreading false atrocity stories about Israel at the denomination’s convention in July.
Congress Applauded for Bipartisan Anti-Semitism Awareness Act
The bill gives federal authorities a definition of anti-Semitism to investigate behaviors not protected by the First Amendment such as assault, battery and vandalism.
Hitler Wax Figure Removed From Museum After Kids ‘Heil’ in Selfies
The De ARCA Statue Art Museum in Jogjakarta on Saturday removed a wax sculpture of Adolf Hitler in response to harsh criticism from the Simon Wiesenthal Center.
King of Bahrain Makes Surprising Break With Arab World, Slams Anti-Israel Boycott
Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa al Khalifa condemned the Arab world’s boycott of Israel, saying its citizens are free to visit the Jewish state, in a declaration of worldwide religious tolerance.
Top Japanese Official Apologizes For Saying Hitler Had “Right Motives”
Aso said, “I don’t question your motives, but the results are important. Hitler, who killed millions of people, was no good, even if his motives were right.”
Jewish Gay Pride Flags Banned at LGBTQ Rally in Chicago
Three people who were marching with Jewish pride flags were asked to leave the event after they were told their flag might be “offensive.”
Jewish Groups, Israeli Officials “Very Disappointed” by Trump’s Backtrack of Embassy Promise
Prominent Jewish groups and Israeli officials expressed anger and disappointment over President Donald Trump’s decision to sign a six-month waiver of the Jerusalem Embassy Act.
Trump Swearing-In to Be Blessed by Prominent Rabbi
Rabbi Marvin Hier, a prominent California rabbi and founder of the influential Simon Wiesenthal Center, will bless Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration ceremony with a Jewish prayer on January 20.
Reaction to Trump Victory Pours in From Jewish and Christian Groups
Reaction is pouring in Wednesday from pro-Israel Jewish and Christian organizations on Donald Trump’s upset victory in the presidential election, with most groups praising the president-elect for his commitment to the Jewish state.
