For many Jewish Americans, the past year has brought a growing sense of unease—something not always visible to those outside the Jewish community. Many Americans remain unaware of the dramatic increase in antisemitism in recent years, or how uncertainty and fear have woven themselves into the fabric of daily life for American Jews.

This stark warning, delivered by American Jewish Committee (AJC) CEO Ted Deutch on MSNBC’s Morning Joe, captures the gravity of findings from AJC’s just-released State of Antisemitism in America 2025 Report. The comprehensive study reveals a disturbing reality that demands the attention of all Americans who value freedom and religious liberty.

During his Morning Joe appearance, Ted Deutch sounded the alarm on rapidly rising antisemitism, highlighting one of the report’s most troubling findings: roughly nine in 10 American Jews (91%) say they feel less safe as a Jewish person in the United States as a result of major attacks on American Jews in the past 12 months alone.

The Digital Amplification: Social Media and AI as Weapons of Hate

One of the most alarming aspects of the current crisis is how modern technology has become a force multiplier for ancient hatreds. In his Morning Joe interview, Ted Deutch emphasized the dangerous role that social media platforms and artificial intelligence are playing in spreading and normalizing antisemitism.

Unlike traditional forms of bigotry that required physical proximity or printed materials with limited reach, today’s digital antisemitism can spread globally in seconds, reaching millions of impressionable minds before fact-checkers can respond. AI-powered algorithms, designed to maximize engagement, often amplify the most inflammatory content—including antisemitic conspiracy theories and incitement to violence.

This digital dimension of the crisis demands new solutions. As Ted Deutch emphasized, tackling online antisemitism requires engagement from the private sector—particularly social media companies and AI developers—alongside government action and grassroots advocacy.

The Hidden Crisis: Fear as the New Normal

The normalization of fear represents a fundamental threat to the American promise of religious freedom. When members of any faith community must calculate risk before wearing religious symbols, attending worship services, or sending their children to school, the bedrock principles of our nation are under assault.

The AJC report documents how antisemitic incidents have surged across multiple platforms and settings—from college campuses to social media feeds, from city streets to houses of worship. This isn’t merely a matter of hurt feelings or political disagreement; it’s a coordinated assault on the safety and dignity of millions of American citizens.

Voices from the Front Lines

The statistics tell only part of the story. Behind every number is a human being whose life has been altered by hatred.

Jewish advocate and educator Amy Albertson has shared compelling testimony about the real-life consequences of online hate, demonstrating how digital vitriol translates into tangible fear and changed behavior in the physical world.

Regional Perspectives: A National Crisis

AJC directors across the nation have sounded the alarm about conditions in their respective communities:

These perspectives reveal that antisemitism is not isolated to particular regions or political environments—it’s a systemic challenge threatening Jewish communities from coast to coast.

Why This Matters to All Americans

The rise of antisemitism is not solely a Jewish problem—it’s an American problem. History demonstrates repeatedly that societies that tolerate hatred toward Jews inevitably see that hatred metastasize, threatening all minority communities and undermining the foundations of civil society.

As people of faith and champions of freedom, we must recognize that an attack on one religious community is an attack on the principle of religious liberty itself. The First Amendment’s guarantee of free exercise of religion means nothing if fear prevents people from living openly according to their faith.

A Call to Action: What You Can Do

The AJC has provided a comprehensive action plan for concerned citizens at every level of engagement. Whether you have 30 seconds or 30 minutes, there are meaningful steps you can take to combat this rising tide of hatred.

The Path Forward: From Awareness to Action

As the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, AJC has committed to empowering leaders across society to shape a future in which Jewish communities are safe and thriving. This mission aligns perfectly with the values that Faith & Freedom News champions—the fundamental right of all Americans to live according to their conscience without fear.

The fight against antisemitism requires voices from every sector of American life. Religious leaders, elected officials, educators, business leaders, and everyday citizens must unite in declaring that hatred has no place in our society.

A Moral Imperative

The normalization of fear represents a profound moral crisis. When any group of Americans must hide their identity, modify their behavior, or live in constant vigilance due to hatred, we have failed to uphold the principles upon which this nation was founded.

The State of Antisemitism in America 2025 Report serves as both a wake-up call and a roadmap for action. It documents the problem with unflinching honesty while providing concrete steps for those committed to being part of the solution.

As Holly Huffnagle, AJC Director of Antisemitism Policy, emphasized in her call to action: “Your engagement helps us advance this critical work.” The time for silence and inaction has passed. The question now is not whether antisemitism exists in America—the data makes that undeniable—but whether we will rise to meet this moment with the moral courage and collective action it demands.

The battle against antisemitism is ultimately a battle for the soul of America—for the promise that all citizens, regardless of faith, can live freely and without fear. It’s a battle we cannot afford to lose.