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Antisemitism, defined: the IHRA working definition's full text, its 11 examples, who has adopted it, and why it's debated — explained plainly.
Mark L. Javitch, Esq. · September 24, 2026
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Defining Antisemitism
The IHRA, Nexus, and Jerusalem definitions — and why the fight matters.
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How antisemitism is defined shapes what conduct is prosecutable, what speech is protected, and how universities and employers must respond. This section covers the ongoing fight between the IHRA, Nexus, and Jerusalem definitions in courts, campuses, and legislatures.
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Amy Spitalnick , a prominent figure in progressive Jewish advocacy is a frequent speaker at Jewish Organizations across the United States. Known for her affiliations with left-wing politicians and organizations, Spitalnick’s role as the…
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Jewish Organizations Split Over Definition of Antisemitism
Jewish organizations are increasingly divided on the issue of whether governments should adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Association (IHRA) definition of antisemitism. Jewish Legal News is closely monitoring this divide,…
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