Gaza conflict has South Fla. residents monitoring clash May 18, 2021 at 5:26 PM EDT - Updated May 18 at 6:36 PM
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Rabbi Andrew Rosenkranz in Wellington and Samir Kakli of the South Florida Muslim Federation are keeping abreast of the situation. Everybody is frustrated and worried, Rosenkranz said. Rabbi Andrew Rosenkranz says the United States government needs to get involved in the conflict and broker a cease-fire. It s really hard what s going on in Palestine, Kakli said.
The violent conflict between Jews and Palestinians is upsetting for both men. Attacks and rocket launches continue between Israeli forces and Hamas in Gaza, an area home to Palestinians loosely controlled by Israel.
Rise in antisemitic incidents in South Florida prompts Jewish groups to spend thousands on security
Figures show 40% increase in antisemitic incidents in Florida last year
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. â Harassment, vandalism, assault and even Zoom meetings have been disrupted by graphic and racist messages.
Antisemitism has been on the rise in America, and Florida is seeing a surge in incidents, causing a rise in the costs of security.
From Boca Raton to Tequesta, Palm Beach County is home to the most Jewish Americans in South Florida, and the population is increasing rapidly.
Jewish groups spending thousands on security May 19, 2021 at 9:11 AM EDT - Updated May 19 at 9:11 AM
Harassment, vandalism, assault and even Zoom meetings have been disrupted by graphic and racist messages.
Antisemitism has been on the rise in America, and Florida is seeing a surge in incidents, causing a rise in the costs of security.
From Boca Raton to Tequesta, Palm Beach County is home to the most Jewish Americans in South Florida, and the population is increasing rapidly. We re seeing a strong Jewish community growing in Boynton, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, said Rabbi Andrew Rosenkranz. Rabbi Andrew Rosenkranz
But according to the Anti-Defamation League, Florida is now also home to the fourth most antisemitic incidents in the United States.