Antisemitism definitions and activism spark debate in UK and US

Political and social debates regarding the definition and combatting of antisemitism are unfolding in the United Kingdom and the United States.

In the United Kingdom, the group Feminists Against Antisemitism has completed its first year of operation. The movement, founded by both Jewish and Christian members, aims to address rising antisemitism and advocate for feminist values.

In New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration has declined to adopt a specific working definition of antisemitism, such as the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition or the Nexus definition. Critics argue that the refusal to establish clear standards complicates the government's ability to effectively recognize and address antisemitic conduct, noting that the decision may be linked to political tensions regarding anti-Zionism and the legitimacy of Israel as a Jewish state.