Chairman of the Anti-Defamation Commission Dr Dvir Abramovich is calling for "decisive action" to be taken against individuals who target Jewish-run businesses after another store owner opened up about the hatred directed towards him. Dr Abramovich, who represents Australia's leading civil rights organisation fighting antisemitism and all forms of hated, told SkyNews.com.
au there needed to be stronger hate crime laws and "serious penalties" for those attacking Jewish-owned businesses. "Enough is enough. It's time for decisive action against those who target Jewish-owned businesses with hatred and violence.
What we're seeing isn't just casual prejudice; it's targeted harassment, and it demands real consequences," he said. "We need laws that don't just condemn antisemitism but enforce serious penalties for anyone who dares to terrorise Jewish communities. "First and foremost, I call for stronger hate crime legislation.
These are not "isolated incidents" or "mere misunderstandings" - these are attacks fuelled by antisemitism, and the law must treat them with the gravity they deserve. "We need to see fines, criminal charges, and even jail time for those who think they can intimidate Jewish business owners with impunity. There must be a clear message that targeting someone for their faith is an act of cowardice that will be met with zero tolerance.
" Dr Abramovich said further education was also key to eliminating antisemitism in the community. "Ignorance fuels hate, and communitie.
