In this episode of The Western Spirit, Ariel Whitman speaks with Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), about what happened after October 7 — and why the reaction shocked so many observers.
They discuss:
• What changed immediately after October 7
• The rise of antisemitism across the United States
• What’s happening on college campuses
• The role of social media and misinformation
• Why some narratives spread so quickly
• What the ADL is seeing behind the scenes
This conversation explores one of the most important and controversial developments shaping public discourse today.
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Chapters
00:00
The Shift in American Jewry Post-October 7
02:45
The Rise of Institutional Anti-Semitism
06:00
Legitimization and Mainstreaming of Anti-Semitism
09:08
Political Dynamics and the Capture of Parties
11:54
The Role of Education and Advocacy
14:59
Freedom of Speech vs. Hate Speech
18:03
The ADL’s Position and Responsibilities
21:03
Navigating the Information Environment
24:01
The Future of Jewish Advocacy
38:36
The ADL’s Mission and Broader Fight Against Hate
40:57
Understanding Antisemitism: Recent Trends and Violence
42:56
The Complexity of DEI: Inclusion vs. Discrimination
46:56
The Controversial Super Bowl Ad: Perceptions of Jewish Identity
52:50
Navigating Jewish Identity and Political Challenges
59:54
The Iranian Regime: A Threat to Jews and Global Stability
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