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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 11h
This is a critical and promising first step.

If there will ever truly be a future in which both Israelis and Palestinians have safety, peace, and self-determination, it starts with releasing the remaining hostages, surging aid into Gaza, and ending this war.
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The Associated Press @apnews.com · 12h
BREAKING: Hamas will release all 20 living hostages this weekend, AP sources say, as Israelis will withdraw from majority of Gaza.
Israel, Hamas agree to 'first phase' of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says
President Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first Phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 1d
Two years since we woke up to a nightmare. Two years of war, of unfathomable pain & suffering. Enough. It’s time for the hostages to come home, for the war and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza to end, and for a future of safety & peace for Israelis and Palestinians.
Graphic with a dark background and a single candle flame glowing softly in the center. Text reads: “Two Years Since October 7, 2023. Two years since we woke up to a nightmare — to the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust. Two years of hostages in captivity. Of war, and of unfathomable pain and suffering. Of extremists exploiting that pain to fuel antisemitism and broader hate around the globe. Enough. It is time for the hostages to come home, for the war to end, for the humanitarian crisis in Gaza to truly be addressed — and for a future in which Israelis and Palestinians can finally live in safety and peace.” At the bottom is the JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 2d
JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in @jewishinsider.com on how October 7th and its aftermath reinforced false binaries and false choices on antisemitism and Israel - and why it’s now even more urgent to lean into the hard work of coalition building.
Graphic styled as a Jewish Insider article excerpt. Header reads: “How Oct. 7 revolutionized Jewish advocacy.” Below is a headshot of Amy Spitalnick with text: “Amy Spitalnick, CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs.” The quote reads: “Oct. 7 and its aftermath have only reinforced the false binaries and false choices that have long shaped the conversations on antisemitism and Israel. Extreme voices on both ends of the political spectrum have worked overtime to pit the Jewish community against others: those on the right who say we cannot counter antisemitism without undermining our democratic institutions and values, and those on the left who say we cannot be proudly Jewish or connected to Israel while remaining committed to humanitarian and democratic values. All of this makes it even more urgent to lean into the hard work of coalition- and partnership-building across lines of difference, despite it feeling more challenging than ever.” The JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo is at the bottom.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 2d
This Sukkot, we hold joy & sorrow side by side—celebrating tradition & community while marking two years since October 7th, the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust.

Full statement: jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...
Graphic with a blue background and the JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo at the top. Text reads: “This year, we embody the paradox at the heart of Sukkot: holding joy and sorrow side by side. We celebrate the beauty of our tradition and community while mourning the lives lost on October 7th and since. We pray for the hostages who remain in captivity, for an end to the war and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, for peace and safety for Israelis and Palestinians, and for the strength to resist despair.” Below the text is a photo of a person holding a lulav and etrog — the traditional Sukkot symbols.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 2d
This Sukkot, we reflect on all those - including immigrants and refugees - seeking shelter. Our safety as Jews is intertwined with theirs. Jewish values call us to reject exclusion and build an America of justice, dignity, and welcome—where every community can thrive.
Graphic with a blue background and white text reading “Chag Sukkot Sameach.” On the right side is a lulav and etrog — the traditional palm, myrtle, willow branches, and citron used during Sukkot — along with a colorful paper chain decoration. The JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo appears at the bottom.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 2d
As synagogues and other institutions apply for vital nonprofit security funding - and they should - they need assurance that they will not be forced to choose between their safety and core religious values. Read our letter to the Administration asking them to waive vague conditions on ICE and DEIA:
JCPA Urges DHS to Waive Confusing and Concerning Language for Nonprofit Security Grant Program - Jewish Council for Public Affairs
In a new letter sent to the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA, the Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA) urges these agencies to issue new guidance that waives vague and concerning language ...
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 5d
As we near Shabbat and 2 years since the 10/7 attacks, we are closely following this news from the region — and pray we’ll soon see the day the hostages are all home, the war ends, Gazans get the humanitarian relief they need, and Israelis and Palestinians can truly live in peace and dignity.
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NPR @npr.org · 5d
JUST IN: Hamas says it agrees to release the remaining Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, but did not confirm its agreement with the full peace plan presented by the U.S.
Hamas agrees to parts of a peace plan after Trump gives a deadline
Hamas says it agrees to release the remaining Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, but did not confirm its agreement with the full peace plan presented by the U.S.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 5d
Our CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in @nytimes.com on how deep polarization on issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is being fueled by zero-sum narratives and conspiracy theories amplified on social media.
Graphic with a faded civil rights march in the background and a white text box overlay featuring a New York Times excerpt. Text reads: “How people form views on the Israel-Gaza war has been complicated by influence campaigns, as well as artificial intelligence-generated images and bots that may be pushing one-sided content. ‘There’s a direct link between the rise of polarization on issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the ways in which this has been repeatedly reinforced by zero-sum thinking and conspiracy theories on social media,’ said Amy Spitalnick, the chief executive of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs.” The JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo is at the bottom.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 5d
We stand in solidarity with Manchester’s Jewish community after the horrific Yom Kippur synagogue attack. This escalating epidemic of antisemitism, hate, & violence threatens not only Jews but the very fabric of our society.

Full statement: jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...
Graphic with the JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo at the bottom. Header in white text on an orange background reads: “JCPA Heartbroken by Deadly Attack on Manchester Synagogue on Yom Kippur.” Main text says: “Jews around the world are feeling increasingly unsafe as antisemitism, hate, and violence become normalized. Too many of us have feared news like this, especially on the High Holidays, when community gathers and feels especially vulnerable. This tragedy does not happen in a vacuum. Normalized antisemitic hate leads to real-world violence — from Tree of Life to the Capital Jewish Museum, Boulder, and now Manchester. It threatens not only Jews, but all communities, and the very fabric of our society.” A small orange box at the bottom right reads: “Read the full statement: jewishpublicaffairs.org.”
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Amy Spitalnick @amyspitalnick.bsky.social · 6d
This is not happening in a vacuum. Increasingly normalized antisemitic hate leads to real world violence - Tree of Life, the Capital Jewish Museum, Boulder, and sadly so much more. And it threatens not only Jews but all communities and the fabric of our society.
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Amy Spitalnick @amyspitalnick.bsky.social · 6d
Two people were murdered at a synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the year for Jews www.bbc.com/news/live/cx...

We’re facing a global crisis of antisemitism. Too many of us have feared news like this, especially on the High Holidays - it’s felt almost inevitable.
Manchester synagogue: Two dead in Manchester synagogue attack, with suspect also believed to have been killed - police
The suspect was shot by police, who say his condition cannot be confirmed due to
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 7d
On Yom Kippur, we fast, reflect, & atone— as individuals and as a community. May this day move us to renewal & action for our communities, our nation, & our world. G’mar chatima tova.
Graphic with the JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo at the top. Large text reads: “G’mar chatima tova.” Below, smaller text says: “On Yom Kippur, we fast, reflect, & atone — as individuals and as a community. May this day move us to renewal & action for our communities, our nation, & our world.” The background shows a faded image of a civil rights march. At the bottom is a shofar resting on a tallit (prayer shawl) next to an open Hebrew prayer book.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 7d
We know government shutdowns have real impacts on real people: Cuts to essential services like food assistance and lost wages, as well as the threat of using this "opportunity" for mass layoffs. Congress & the Administration have an obligation to reach a deal that truly protects our communities.
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 8d
Breaking News: The U.S. government has shut down, after Congress failed to pass a bill to keep federal funding flowing. Hundreds of thousands of workers are set to be sent home without pay, and a wide range of federal programs will be disrupted.

Follow live updates: nyti.ms/4nv9UrS
The U.S. Capitol is pictured. Headline reads: "The U.S. Government Has Shut Down." Photo credit: Tierney L. Cross/The New York Times.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 8d
Political rhetoric is fueling real-world violence. Weaponizing government against political opponents while defunding programs that investigate & prevent domestic extremism makes all of us less safe. If safety's the goal, we would strengthen—not gut— domestic terror programs.
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NPR @npr.org · 8d
JUST IN: President Trump has told top U.S. commanders that the military would be used against "enemy within."
Trump defends use of U.S. military against 'enemy within'
Earlier, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the purpose of the department would exclusively be "war fighting."
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 8d
This #LGBTQHistoryMonth we honor Jewish leaders who shaped history: Betty Berzon, @rabbisandra.bsky.social, Edie Windsor, Harvey Milk, Rabbi Stacy Offner, & so many more. Jewish values call us to dignity & inclusion—faith must never be used to justify exclusion.
Graphic with the JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo at the bottom. Large text at the top reads: “LGBTQ+ History Month.” The design features a collage of historical LGBTQ+ leaders and activists in black-and-white photos outlined in color, including individuals speaking at microphones, smiling, and celebrating. The background is a faded image of a civil rights march with protest signs.
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Center for Countering Digital Hate @counterhate.com · 8d
We used AI-powered technology to analyze over a sample of 679k posts containing antisemitism on X & found that it thrives on the platform.

X should enforce its own rules and stop profiting from antisemitic hatred and lies.

Our research with @thejcpa.bsky.social in @jewishinsider.com ⤵️
Study: Antisemitism ‘thriving in plain sight’ on X
An analysis by the JCPA found that antisemitic influencers are flourishing on the platform, and using it to make money while promoting hate
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 8d
At a time of rising polarization, extremism, & violence, unchecked antisemitism online threatens not just Jewish safety, but all communities & our democratic values.

Our CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in @jewishinsider.com on our new report with @counterhate.com.
Graphic styled as a Jewish Insider news clipping. Headline reads: “Study: Antisemitism ‘thriving in plain sight’ on X.” Subhead: “An analysis by the JCPA found that antisemitic influencers are flourishing on the platform, and using it to make money while promoting hate.” Below is a quote from Amy Spitalnick, CEO of JCPA, stating that antisemitic conspiracy theories and hate once considered fringe are now normalized, thriving in plain sight, and amplified by X’s failure to enforce its policies. She warns that the unchecked spread of antisemitism online threatens Jewish safety, all communities, and democratic values. At the bottom is the JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 8d
Online antisemitism and extremism translate to real world violence. Letting antisemitism spread on X directly threatens Jews, so many other communities, and our democracy.

Download our new report with @counterhate.com & watch the full webinar: jewishpublicaffairs.org/homepage-new...
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 9d
The report and a recording of the report launch webinar can be found here: jewishpublicaffairs.org/homepage-new...
X-posed: Antisemitism on X - Jewish Council for Public Affairs
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 9d
We stand in solidarity with Grand Blanc’s Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and with the entire Grand Blanc and LDS community. This epidemic of mass violence & hatred is worsening, and threatens the fabric of our democracy.

Full statement: jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...
Graphic with JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo at the bottom. Header in white text on an orange background reads: “JCPA Horrified by Attack on LDS Church in Grand Blanc, Michigan.” Below, white text states: “We stand in solidarity with Grand Blanc’s Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and with the entire Grand Blanc and LDS community. This attack echoes many previous incidents of brutal violence at houses of worship, including Charleston’s Mother Emanuel AME, Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life, Chabad of Poway, and so many more. No Americans should ever have to experience this kind of nightmarish violence—yet this attack was among 324 mass shootings in 2025 alone. This unacceptable epidemic of mass violence and hatred is growing worse, and threatens the fundamental fabric of our democracy.” In the background is a faded image of emergency vehicles. A small orange box at the bottom right reads: “Read the full statement: jewishpublicaffairs.org.”
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 9d
TODAY: Join Amy Spitalnick and CCDH Founder & CEO @imranahmed.bsky.social for a conversation bringing this report to life and discussing how to confront antisemitism and broader hate-fueled extremism.

🕛 12–1 p.m. ET

📍 Online

Register now: thejcpa-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: X-posed: Antisemitism on X – Report Launch Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: X-posed: Antisemitism on X – Report Launch Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 9d
Our CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in @cnn.com on our new joint report with @counterhate.com documenting how X, formerly Twitter, has become one of the most effective tools for spreading antisemitism in history.
Graphic featuring a CNN news clipping. Headline reads: “Musk’s X is ‘go-to platform’ for antisemitism, study finds.” Below is a photo of a smartphone with the X app open on the screen. Quoted text says: “Antisemitic conspiracy theories and hate that were once fringe have been wholly normalized – thriving in plain sight and amplified by X’s failure to live up to its own policies,” said Amy Spitalnick, CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs. At the bottom is the JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) logo.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 10d
We are closely following the attack today on a church in Grand Blanc, Michigan in which a man rammed his car into the building and opened fire, before apparently setting the church ablaze. Our hearts are with the community as we learn more. apnews.com/article/morm...
1 person dead and 9 injured in shooting at Michigan church, police say
The shooting happened Sunday at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, about 50 miles north of Detroit.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 12d
This administration’s latest attacks—accusing opponents of “terrorism”—are part of a dangerous pattern meant to silence dissent and undermine the rule of law. Our government should enforce the law, not weaponize it. Our safety depends on protecting our core democratic norms.
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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 13d
President Trump suggested that two prominent donors to liberal causes should be investigated for possibly funding domestic terrorism.

“I hear names of some pretty rich people that are radical left people,” he said, naming George Soros and Reid Hoffman. https://wapo.st/4gNCouI
Trump targets domestic terrorists — but only mentions the ‘radical left’
Administration officials on Thursday vowed a focus on ‘left-wing terrorism’ as Trump directed cabinet leaders to investigate political violence.
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Jewish Council for Public Affairs @thejcpa.bsky.social · 12d
📅 Sept 29, 12–1pm ET | Online: Join
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& Imran Ahmed of CCDH for a conversation on our new report, X-posed: Antisemitism on X—which details how hate flourishes on the platform, with real world consequences.

Register: thejcpa-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Event flyer with a black textured background and a faint “X” symbol. Large white text reads: “X-posed: Antisemitism on X — Report Launch Webinar.” Details: “Monday, September 29, 12 PM Noon–1 PM ET / 9 AM–10 AM PT.” Below: “A Conversation with JCPA CEO Amy Spitalnick, and CCDH Founder & CEO Imran Ahmed on Countering Online Hate and Extremism.” At the bottom are photos of Amy Spitalnick and Imran Ahmed, along with the logos of JCPA (Jewish Council for Public Affairs) and CCDH (Center for Countering Digital Hate).
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