Ten From Ted: Iran, rising antisemitism, and the meaning of Passover

Welcome to the latest Ten from Ted. 1) For decades, the Iranian regime has targeted Americans, Israelis, Jewish communities, and their own people. This isn’t new—and it’s not theoretical. U.S. and Israeli efforts are currently focused on reducing that threat and protecting innocent lives. 2) In Michigan, I saw both fear and resilience after the Temple Israel attack. Even as 91% of American Jews say they feel less safe as a Jewish person in the U.S. due to violent attacks in the past year, our communities continue to show strength and unity. 3) In Paraguay and Argentina, I met with senior officials, diplomats, and Jewish leaders to advance advocacy on Iran, regional security, and justice for the AMIA bombing—and celebrating Purim together reinforced that Jewish resilience is rooted in courage, connection, and standing strong in uncertain times. 4) As Passover approaches, I’m thinking about our story and the responsibility it places upon each of us to take action. Please subscribe at AJC.org to read 5-10. Thank you!