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The history of Jewish persecution is as old as the written word, though the epithet anti-Semitism was conceived only in the late 19th century, as it reached the beginning of its most horrifying chapter. Throughout Christian history the hatred and prejudice toward the Jewish people have often been blamed on the betrayal and crucifixion of Christ, but ethnic Jewish oppression began long before. It is beyond dispute that antisemitism in our societies is on the increase.

"Anti-Semitism and the British Left" is from the September 12, 2016 Opinion section of The New York Times. It was written by Dave Rich and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"University of California Adopts Statement Condemning Anti-Semitism" is from the March 26, 2016 U.S. section of The New York Times. It was written by Ian Lovett and narrated by Paul Ryden.

Europe’s political climate is more hostile to Jews now than at any time in recent memory. Rising anti-Semitism among Europe’s Muslims, especially in the wake of the war in Gaza, is one reason for this change. But to claim that the rise of Muslim anti-Semitism is the main culprit - as the German journalist Jochen Bittner did this week in The New York Times - is to overlook the role played by the European majority.