It is time for the UN to shed its image as a bastion of anti-Jewish hatred. Secretary General Guterres has taken important steps in this direction. UN adoption of the IHRA antisemitism definition and funding guidelines mirroring those of the EU would mark profound positive change.
The ongoing government funding for NGOs that engage in antisemitic activities and utilize antisemitic rhetoric highlights the persistent double standard: Hatred of Jews is tolerated in a way that would be unthinkable for other racial, ethnic, or religious groups.
The vast majority of the speakers listed on the program are virulent anti-Israel ideologues who demonize Israel.
An ad accusing of Israel of "war crimes" in San Francisco is co-sponsored by an organization whose founder has promoted antisemitic themes, rationalized terrorism, and received a medal of honor from leaders of Hamas.
HRW director Ken Roths obsessive targeting of Israel during the Gaza war highlights his lack of credibility and personal animus towards the Jewish state.
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