Today, Democratic Majority for Israel President and CEO Brian Romick made the following statement:
“We are sickened and heartbroken to wake up to news of a massacre targeting Jews celebrating the first night of Hanukkah at Australia’s Bondi Beach. This terrorist attack makes painfully clear that antisemitic violence remains a grave and growing threat. Jews must be able to gather, pray, and celebrate their religion openly and safely. From the Tree of Life to Poway, from Boulder to Washington, D.C., and now Bondi Beach, the rise of violent antisemitism demands urgent and sustained action from our leaders and communities.
“At this moment of darkness, as we prepare to begin Hanukkah, we draw strength from the story of the Maccabees, who faced hatred and persecution with courage and resilience. That spirit endures today.
“Our prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those impacted by this horrific act.”
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