Henryk M. Broder discusses rising antisemitism and Israel

In interviews marking his 80th birthday, German author and publicist Henryk M. Broder discusses the nature of rising antisemitism in Europe. Broder argues that antisemitism is an incurable resentment rather than a prejudice that can be corrected through education. He criticizes the idea that educational initiatives can combat Jew-hatred, comparing such efforts to ineffective social measures.

Regarding the state of Israel, Broder suggests that while certain Israeli policies may exacerbate tensions, the attacks on the nation are fundamentally rooted in its existence rather than its actions. He notes that Israel is targeted in a manner similar to how Jewish individuals have historically been discriminated against. Additionally, Broder expresses concern regarding antisemitism among migrant populations, suggesting that individuals arriving in Europe often bring antisemitic cultural backgrounds with them.