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It's been over one month since Hamas invaded Israel, viciously took innocent people captive, and waged war. To this day, the battle goes on, as do the demands for the release of Israeli hostages.

Unfortunately, with the terrorism of Hamas comes a troubling, yet global, surge of naked antisemitism.

Viral videos all over social media show pro-Palestine supporters snatching down the missing posters of kidnapped Israelis, threatening and shouting slurs at Jewish individuals, and forcing Jews to hide in secluded rooms for their own physical safety.

Earlier this month, an elderly Jewish man even lost his life at a rally supporting Israel after being violently hit in the head. To say that enough is enough is a major understatement.

In light of all that's transpired, the world is witnessing some much-needed pushback against hatred towards the Jewish community.

Good vs. evil

Amid Jewish individuals facing threats to their safety and lives around the world, people are taking a stand for what's right.

Just over the weekend, France saw nearly 200,000 people peacefully protest against the scourge of antisemitism. Various French officials also joined this rally, making it clear that the nation collectively rejects hostility and violence against Jews.

On Sunday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, declaring her support for Israel's right to self-defense, maintained her place among the ranks of bipartisan US leaders condemning antisemitic displays.

Following her statements over the weekend, Hochul also beefed up New York's counterterrorism division. This came in addition to her convening with Jewish leaders and members of law enforcement.

A moral obligation

At this critical moment, growing numbers of leaders and everyday people recognize the ethical duty to oppose antisemitism in all forms.

Multiple nations have now reported massive upticks in these sorts of incidents ever since Hamas assailed Israel. It therefore remains clear that the October 7 invasion emboldened sinister individuals looking to intimidate and harm members of the Jewish community.

This cannot stand.

Amid rising antisemitic violence across American universities, officials continue communicating the expectation for these institutions to ensure protections for Jewish students.

Going forward, time will tell if the world can quell this surge of violence and anathema before history repeats itself.