NYC's Groundbreaking Response to Rising Antisemitism

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced the creation of the Mayor’s Office to Combat Antisemitism, a first-of-its-kind initiative in a major US city. This bold move comes in response to alarming statistics: 54% of all hate crimes in NYC in 2024 targeted Jewish New Yorkers, a figure that climbed to 62% in the first quarter of 2025.

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A Multi-pronged Strategy

The office will spearhead a comprehensive effort, including:

• Establishing an inter-agency task force to monitor court cases, liaise with the Law Department, and advise on legislation.
• Ensuring city-funded entities don't tolerate antisemitism.
• Creating a commission of Jewish leaders to advise the office's work.

Moshe Davis, appointed as the office's executive director, describes the approach as a "sledgehammer approach: coordinated, unapologetic, and immediate." He previously served as a Jewish liaison in the Mayor's office and brings extensive experience in community engagement and leadership.

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Addressing a National Crisis

Mayor Adams emphasized the urgency of the situation, noting the record-high surge in antisemitic incidents nationwide in 2024 (over 9,300 cases, according to the ADL), with NYC reporting the highest number of incidents (1,437).

This new office represents a significant commitment to combating antisemitism and ensuring the safety and well-being of NYC's Jewish community.