A new poll reveals a sharp divide among Jewish New Yorkers over the handling of antisemitism, with strong criticism directed at a prominent academic while majority support remains for the city’s police commissioner. Respondents expressed frustration over perceived failures to address rising hate incidents, particularly from a figure known for public statements on the issue. Despite the backlash, confidence in law enforcement’s ability to protect Jewish communities persists, highlighting conflicting priorities in the fight against bias. The findings underscore ongoing tensions between advocacy and institutional trust within the city’s Jewish population.
Jewish New Yorkers fault Mamdani on antisemitism but back his police commissioner, poll finds The Forward
