Tag #Jewish Activism

What are the immediate consequences of the rise of antisemitism in Germany for its Jewish population, as illustrated by Hanna Veiler's case?

Hanna Veiler, a 26-year-old official of the Jüdische Studierendenunion Deutschlands, has faced significant backlash for her outspoken criticism of antisemitism following the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack. Her condemnation of those who justify, downplay, or deny the massacre alienated some within the progressive political camp, highlighting a reluctance to confront antisemitism originating from leftist or Muslim sources. Veiler's recent announcement that she will leave Germany due to the AfD's electoral success underscores the growing concerns among some young German Jews.