CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in @usatoday.com on the path forward after a divisive NYC mayoral race.

We need a whole-of-government, whole-of-society approach to counter antisemitism, hate, and extremism — one that strengthens democracy, restores hate-crime prevention funding, protects civil rights, and builds cross-community trust. True safety comes from prevention. 🧵 (1/5)

JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in the Associated Press on the NYC mayoral race — and the urgency of advancing a strong, safe, and inclusive city where Jewish and all New Yorkers can thrive.

JCPA CEO Amy Spitalnick draws connections between the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin 30 years ago and today’s rise in political violence in the U.S. Like Rabin, we must reject the false choice between Jewish safety and democracy.

The only path forward is one that recognizes that Jewish safety & rights depend on a strong, inclusive city and democracy where all are protected — and that a strong, inclusive New York City and democracy are not possible without real Jewish safety & security. jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...

No matter how you vote, we should all agree that targeting and scapegoating the Jewish community like this is very dangerous.

🗳️ A thriving democracy depends on every voice being heard and every vote counted. Congress must protect voting rights and expand access to the ballot. 👉 Urge passage of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act: act.jewishpublicaffairs.org/a/urge-membe...

Polling places across New Jersey received bomb threats today, forcing temporary closures. Even when not credible, threats of violence undermine democracy—instilling fear and eroding trust. We stand firmly against all acts that threaten safety or democratic participation.

Today marks 30 years since the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, a leader who dared to envision peace. Rabin’s life and tragic death remind us that democracy requires courage, and that hates and political violence threaten us all.

A focus on countering antisemitism on campus and beyond is welcome; undermining inclusive democracy in the name of countering antisemitism only makes Jews - and so many others - less safe.

Nov 4 marks 30 years since the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin. JCPA’s @amyspitalnick.bsky.social will join a deeply meaningful program at the Streicker Center to discuss his legacy and what it has meant to Israel, the path to peace, and the Jewish community. Register: streicker.nyc/events/rabin

If you’re shocked by the Heritage Foundation defending Tucker Carlson — who’s done more to normalize antisemitism & white nationalism than almost anyone — you haven’t been paying attention. That same extremism is at the core of Project 2025, from mass deportations to gutting core democratic rights.

At an interfaith gathering marking 60 years of Nostra Aetate, JCPA SVP Rabba Rori Picker Neiss reflected on its legacy of healing centuries of discord — and called for dialogue that goes beyond theology to lived reality, building relationships that matter in our world today.

The new refugee cap—just 7,500 people—is the lowest in decades. Even more alarming: it explicitly prioritizes white refugees while closing our doors to others fleeing persecution. A policy rooted in white supremacy betrays our most basic values. www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

Thank you to Israel Policy Forum for hosting CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social for a conversation on Jewish safety, advancing a vibrant and inclusive democracy, and the need for proactive engagement and policies to counter rising antisemitism and hate.

The foiled synagogue attack in Alabama underscores the ongoing threat of antisemitic violence. We need urgent investment in efforts to counter domestic extremism, including funding hate crime prevention programs and reversing FBI staff cuts. www.cbs42.com/alabama-news...

Hate crimes are rising as the administration guts programs to counter hate. On the anniversary of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, we’re calling on Congress to fully fund hate crime prevention and reject the normalization of extremism.

Today is the SNAP Day of Action, led by our partners at @mazonusa.bsky.social. 42 million Americans risk losing SNAP benefits Nov. 1 — an entirely preventable crisis. Tell Congress: Fund SNAP now. mazon.org/policy_actions/call-on-congress-to-avert-hunger-crisis-and-fund-november-snap-benefits

Today marks 60 years since Nostra Aetate, the landmark declaration that transformed Jewish–Catholic relations & opened the door to meaningful interfaith dialogue. In a time of rising hate & division, its legacy is a reminder that interfaith partnership strengthens communities & our shared democracy.

Today, we remember the 11 Jewish worshippers murdered in the attack at Tree of Life Synagogue 7 years ago: Joyce Fienberg Richard Gottfried Rose Mallinger Jerry Rabinowitz Cecil Rosenthal David Rosenthal Bernice Simon Sylvan Simon Daniel Stein Melvin Wax Irving Younger

Today marks 7 years since a white supremacist murdered 11 Jewish worshippers at Tree of Life in Pittsburgh — the deadliest attack on the Jewish community in U.S. history. The hate that fueled the attack has only become more normalized. Our full statement: jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...

Ahead of the Charlottesville violence, white supremacists circulated a “style guide” that made clear: “women should be attacked… but if it weren’t for the Jews they’d act normally.”

Our CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in the @nytimes.com today on the normalization of antisemitism and broader hate by political leaders — illustrated by the nominations and appointments of extremists like Paul Ingrassia to senior roles in the federal government.

📣 We are hiring! We’re seeking a Partnerships Manager to help build strong coalitions to counter antisemitism and protect our democracy. We’re also hiring: Chief of Staff, Director of Communications, Development Manager & Administrative Coordinator. 🔗 jewishpublicaffairs.org/careers

At a time of rising antisemitism & extremism, too many push a false choice between Jewish safety & democracy. Our report with @counterhate.com shows how these false binaries fuel antisemitism online—and real-world violence. Download & watch: jewishpublicaffairs.org/homepage-new...

U.S. Special Counsel nominee Paul Ingrassia says he has a “Nazi streak” and has promoted antisemitic & white nationalist extremism like the “Great Replacement.” This hate should have no place in our federal government. Our full statement: jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...

We mourn the passing of Rabbi Arthur Waskow z”l, whose leadership and vision helped shape Jewish social justice for generations. May his memory be for a blessing. www.jta.org/2025/10/20/o...

Wishing all who celebrate a happy and bright #Diwali! This Festival of Lights reminds us that our shared future depends on light overcoming darkness, and on standing together for a just and inclusive democracy.

During Yom Kippur at Adas Israel Congregation, Rabbi Aaron Alexander underscored that antisemitism is a warning sign for our democracy — and that its danger grows when institutions fail to protect the people they serve.

This is a devastating loss. Our hearts are with Rabbi Hauer’s family & community and with our colleagues at the Orthodox Union. May Rabbi Hauer’s memory be for a blessing — and may we all learn from his powerful legacy.

Wishing you a joyful Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah — a celebration of Jewish community and joy. At a time of rising hate, it’s a powerful reminder of what we’re fighting for: vibrant Jewish culture and a democracy where every community can thrive.

🏳️‍🌈 Tomorrow marks the anniversary of the 1979 March on Washington for Lesbian & Gay Rights. No LGBTQ+ person should face violence, discrimination, or state-sanctioned hate. Protecting LGBTQ+ rights — here and around the world — is a core to our Jewish values and safety.

On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we celebrate Indigenous history, culture, & resilience, confront ongoing legacies of violence & displacement, and recommit to respecting self-determination & dignity for all.

Over two years after 10/7, the remaining living hostages are finally home. This moment cannot undo the pain of their captivity or the loss and trauma so many have endured — but it is a moment of profound relief, reunion, and hope.

At Congregation Beth Elohim, Rabbi Rachel Timoner delivered a powerful Rosh Hashanah message: when injustice spreads, we must stand up for democratic values. Jewish safety has always depended on an inclusive, just, and democratic society.

“A decade later, we’ve seen those conspiracy theories & ideas move wholly into the mainstream of our political discourse in many ways through social media.” Our report with @thejcpa.bsky.social found that X is a hotbed for antisemitic conspiracies. More from JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social👇

📣 Join the JCPA team! We’re seeking passionate, mission-driven professionals to help advance Jewish communal advocacy and public affairs work. Help us spread the word — tag or share with someone who’d be a great fit! jewishpublicaffairs.org/careers

Join us THIS SUNDAY for a free event at Museum of Jewish Heritage or virtually. Register: mjhnyc.org/events/uproo...

This is a critical and promising first step. If there will ever truly be a future in which both Israelis and Palestinians have safety, peace, and self-determination, it starts with releasing the remaining hostages, surging aid into Gaza, and ending this war.

Two years since we woke up to a nightmare. Two years of war, of unfathomable pain & suffering. Enough. It’s time for the hostages to come home, for the war and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza to end, and for a future of safety & peace for Israelis and Palestinians.

JCPA CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in @jewishinsider.com on how October 7th and its aftermath reinforced false binaries and false choices on antisemitism and Israel - and why it’s now even more urgent to lean into the hard work of coalition building.

This Sukkot, we hold joy & sorrow side by side—celebrating tradition & community while marking two years since October 7th, the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust. Full statement: jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...

This Sukkot, we reflect on all those - including immigrants and refugees - seeking shelter. Our safety as Jews is intertwined with theirs. Jewish values call us to reject exclusion and build an America of justice, dignity, and welcome—where every community can thrive.

As synagogues and other institutions apply for vital nonprofit security funding - and they should - they need assurance that they will not be forced to choose between their safety and core religious values. Read our letter to the Administration asking them to waive vague conditions on ICE and DEIA:

As we near Shabbat and 2 years since the 10/7 attacks, we are closely following this news from the region — and pray we’ll soon see the day the hostages are all home, the war ends, Gazans get the humanitarian relief they need, and Israelis and Palestinians can truly live in peace and dignity.

Our CEO @amyspitalnick.bsky.social in @nytimes.com on how deep polarization on issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is being fueled by zero-sum narratives and conspiracy theories amplified on social media.

We stand in solidarity with Manchester’s Jewish community after the horrific Yom Kippur synagogue attack. This escalating epidemic of antisemitism, hate, & violence threatens not only Jews but the very fabric of our society. Full statement: jewishpublicaffairs.org/press-releas...

This is not happening in a vacuum. Increasingly normalized antisemitic hate leads to real world violence - Tree of Life, the Capital Jewish Museum, Boulder, and sadly so much more. And it threatens not only Jews but all communities and the fabric of our society.

Two people were murdered at a synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the year for Jews www.bbc.com/news/live/cx... We’re facing a global crisis of antisemitism. Too many of us have feared news like this, especially on the High Holidays - it’s felt almost inevitable.

On Yom Kippur, we fast, reflect, & atone— as individuals and as a community. May this day move us to renewal & action for our communities, our nation, & our world. G’mar chatima tova.