# Rise in antisemitism and cultural boycotts

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rise-in-antisemitism-and-cultural-boycotts
> Updated: 2026-10-10T21:26:08.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Reports indicate a rise in antisemitic sentiment and cultural tensions across Europe, Mexico, and the United States. In Madrid and Granada, incidents involving threats of boycotts against sponsors and the exclusion of writers have sparked debates regarding the use of ‘cancel culture’ against Jewish identity and Israeli political positions.

This trend has expanded into political and entertainment spheres. In the United States, controversies include a legislative candidate’s use of concentration camp imagery, protests at the New York Film Festival regarding the context of Palestinian civilian deaths, and the barring of a musical performer from a stadium due to perceived antisemitic rhetoric and the minimization of the October 7 massacre.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-10: Antisemitism rises in political and cultural discourse

Antisemitism is increasingly appearing in political and cultural spheres, highlighted by controversial actions by a North Carolina candidate and the barring of rapper Macklemore from Gillette Stadium.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/antisemitism-rises-in-political-and-cultural-discourse

### 2026-09-24: Antisemitism and cultural boycotts spark debate in Europe and Mexico

Recent incidents in Spain, Mexico, and Madrid highlight growing concerns over antisemitism and the use of boycotts to exclude Jewish individuals and artists from cultural spaces.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/antisemitism-and-cultural-boycotts-spark-debate-in-europe-and-mexico

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