TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Antisemitism would be defined in Florida law under a bill the Senate unanimously passed Wednesday after its sponsor warned that an increase in acts against Jewish people will lead to extremism against other groups. "Outbreaks of antisemitism can be a harbinger of deep societal trouble and reflect that extremism and violence are eminent. It defines antisemitism as “a certain perception of Jewish individuals which may be expressed as hatred toward such individuals. “This bill is one method to combat antisemitism,” Berman said. “What this bill will do is help educate and sensitize electeds, judges, police, teachers, media and civil society in to what constitutes antisemitism,” Berman said.

Source: Hindustan Times February 28, 2024 21:16 UTC