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Many US Jewish adults have experienced assault or harassment over the past year, AP-NORC poll finds
By Linley Sanders And Amelia Thomson-Deveaux, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 10, 2026
· 7 min read
Many Jewish adults feel unsafe in the United States, a new AP-NORC poll finds, with a majority saying they feel less safe than they did before Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023 attack on Israel.The survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research points to how Jewish adults’ attitudes t...
Key takeaway protests over Israel’s military actions against the Palestinians in Gaza, and coincided with an increase in violent attacks against U.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The AP-NORC poll's findings on Jewish adults' feelings of safety in the US have particular resonance in Alamo Heights , where community relationships and interfaith dialogue are valued. As a community within the larger San Antonio area, Alamo Heights residents may be wondering how these national trends play out locally. The survey's results suggest that Jewish adults who are more visibly Jewish or emotionally attached to Israel may feel more vulnerable to prejudice and harassment. In a community like Alamo Heights, where residents take pride in their diversity and inclusivity, it is crucial to recognize the impact of national events on local relationships and to foster an environment of respect and understanding. As the community moves forward, it will be important to consider how to support and protect all residents, regardless of their background or beliefs, and to promote a culture of acceptance and empathy.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? Many Jewish adults feel unsafe in the United States, a new AP-NORC poll finds, with a majority saying they feel less safe than they did before Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023 attack on Israel.The survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research points to how Jewish adults’ attitudes t...
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