Antisemitic Dog Whistles: How Hate Spreads Through Coded Language
Antisemitic dog whistles are coded signals—phrases, numbers, or symbols—that carry a hidden meaning. To most people, they look harmless, but to those inside extremist circles they are instantly recognizable. This coded language allows antisemitic ideas to spread in public spaces without being stated outright, making it harder for platforms and casual readers to spot what’s […]
What the Phrase “It Was Promised to Them 3,000 Years Ago” Means and How It Is Used Online
The phrase “It was promised to them 3,000 years ago” mocks Jewish ties to Israel. Learn its history, meaning, and why it is being used more online.
How Extremists Are Profiting Off Antisemitism Online
Since the start of the year, the BSA Command Center has been closely monitoring a troubling trend: hate not only spreading across the internet but becoming more profitable. Individuals and extremist groups are increasingly turning antisemitism into a business model, using tools like cryptocurrency, crowdfunding platforms, livestreaming, and merchandise sales to raise money and build […]
After Hack, Elmo Becomes a Meme for Antisemitic Actors
What began as a disturbing antisemitic rant from Elmo’s hacked X account has quickly spiraled into other hateful content online that exploits and celebrates the character’s hijacked image. On Sunday night, the verified account of the beloved Sesame Street character was compromised, with the hacker posting a series of inflammatory tweets. These included references to […]
From Shylock to Today: How Fictional Jews Became Real Stereotypes
Antisemitism has existed for nearly a thousand years and literature has played a central role in reinforcing it. From the twelfth century onward, Jews were often portrayed as villains in popular stories—depicted as greedy, manipulative, or morally corrupt. These depictions shaped public opinion and helped entrench long-lasting stereotypes—and they continue to this day. Some of […]
When AI Echoes Hate: Grok Promotes Antisemitic Tropes
AI chatbot Grok, which is integrated into the social media platform X—became the center of controversy this week after making a series of antisemitic posts on Tuesday night. The posts ranged from promoting conspiracy theories about Jewish people to praising Adolf Hitler, even referring to itself as “MechaHitler.” The use of and reliance on AI […]
Israel-Iran Escalation Triggers Surge in Online Conspiracies and Antisemitic Rhetoric
On Thursday June 12th, Israel launched a preemptive strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, prompting Iran to retaliate with over 400 ballistic missiles targeting Israeli cities. In the week following, the BSA Command Center has recorded an 165% increase in social media conversations related to antisemitism, Jewish culture, and Israel—the largest spike since Hamas’s October 7th […]
Robert Kraft introduces new BSA president, Adam Katz, on Inside Politics with Dana Bash
Robert Kraft and Adam Katz, the new President of Blue Square Alliance Against Hate (formerly the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism) discuss the urgent rise in antisemitism across the U.S. — and how the foundation is using mass media, data, and cross-community partnerships to build a national movement of allyship on CNN’s Inside Politics with Dana […]
Adam Katz talks with WBZ CBS News Boston
Blue Square Alliance Against Hate (formerly Foundation to Combat Antisemitism) President Adam Katz shares with WBZ Boston how the organization is using the power of media, partnerships, and community engagement to unite Americans against hate.
BSA’s Adam Katz on rise in antisemitic violence with Boston’s Channel 7 News
Blue Square Alliance Against Hate (formerly the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism) President Adam Katz joins Kimberly Bookman and WHDH Channel 7 News to discuss how our Command Center data powers our work to move people from from the sidelines to join the fight against hate.
BSA president Adam Katz Joins WBZ Radio to Talk 2025 Antisemitic Attacks in Boulder, D.C., PA
In the wake of attacks on the Jewish community in Washington D.C. and Boulder, Colorado, the Jewish community is experiencing a heightened sense of fear. BSA President Adam Katz joined WBZ’s NightSide with Dan Rea on June 3, 2025 to discuss the attacks and share how Blue Square Alliance Against Hate (formerly the Foundation to […]
When Remembrance Is Exploited: Antisemitic Narratives Spike Around Memorial Day
Memorial Day has become an opportunistic flashpoint for antisemitic conspiracy theories online. New data shows a disturbing surge in explicitly hateful content tied to the holiday.