Antisemitic incidents in Colorado have spiked 40, ADL says

A report from the Anti-Defamation League indicates that antisemitic incidents in Colorado rose by 40% from 2023 to 2024. This surge is part of a national trend, with antisemitic incidents in the U. S. increasing nearly 900% over the last decade. Experts connect this rise to growing political tensions related to the Israel-Hamas conflict, raising concerns among Jewish communities.

Boulder will host its 30th annual Jewish Festival this Sunday, where community leaders are calling for robust support against the backdrop of recent violence. The Southern Poverty Law Center reports that at least 33 extremist groups, including white nationalists and anti-LGBTQ+ organizations, are active in Colorado. Halie Soifer, executive director of the Jewish Democratic Council of America, stated that recent anti-Israel sentiment often manifests as antisemitic violence, undermining community security. The Daily Camera urges Boulder residents to come together and demonstrate solidarity with the Jewish community. As antisemitism continues to rise, the festival serves as a crucial opportunity for local support and unity.