Jewish communities have been facing increasing levels of antisemitism across California in recent years. As reported incidents rise, some Jewish organizations are taking matters into their own hands.
"We counted 166 incidents here, which is a 137% increase from the previous year," said Teresa Drenick.Drenick works with the Anti-Defamation League. She says documented cases of antisemitism have been rising for some time.
"The march in Charlottesville where individuals held tiki torches and chanted 'Jews will not replace us,' was almost a watershed moment. And since then, we have seen right wing extremists, we have seen antisemites really coming out," Drenick said.One reason why the Jewish Community Foundation says they're planning on expanding their operations to more people across Northern California.
"I think it instills a greater sense of confidence that we can respond when the worst happens. And that as ordinary citizens, we can minimize harm and ultimately help save lives," Randall said.
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