Anti-Semitism | Assimilation Is a Greater Problem Than Anti- Semitism for American Jews

Alan M. Dershowitz is a law professor, lawyer, and author. His books include Chutzpah and The Vanishing American Jew: In Search of Identity for the Next Century.

Summary: Contrary to the beliefs of many Jews, anti-Semitism is no longer a problem in America; the greater danger for American Jews is assimilation. Many Jews are too willing to emphasize their history of persecution as a way to retain their Jewish identity. Since anti- Semitism and its attendant oppression have vanished from most segments of society, this focus is no longer relevant....

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