New Jersey’s 2025 Governor’s Race: Key Issues for the Jewish Community
As New Jersey voters prepare to choose their next governor, questions of antisemitism, community safety, and the state’s relationship with Israel are drawing close attention. The election will help shape how New Jersey addresses these priorities in the years ahead. This overview provides key points to consider when casting your vote for Governor of New […]
Take Action and Please attend this important New Jersey State Legislature public hearing on IHRA.
Late last Friday, the New Jersey General Assembly scheduled a hearing on the IHRA antisemitism bill (A3558). The bill will be heard by the Assembly Committee on State and Local Government on Thursday, July 24 at 11:00 AM in Trenton. We urgently need your support. Please take two important actions to help advance this vital legislation: […]
New Jersey United Expresses Profound Disappointment in New Jersey Legislature’s Failure to Advance IHRA Antisemitism Definition Bill, Calls on Candidates and Elected Officials to Stand Up and Support IHRA
Trenton, NJ – New Jersey United (“NJU”), an organization dedicated to combating antisemitism and advocating for the safety and dignity of Jewish communities, expresses deep disappointment in the New Jersey Assembly Community Development and Women’s Affairs Committee’s decision to delay a vote on bill A3558, which would adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition […]
NJU Commends Decisive Action to Prevent Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions
June 21, 2025 – New Jersey United (NJU), a nonpartisan organization dedicated to supporting New Jersey political candidates who combat antisemitism and stand with Israel, applauds the resolute and morally clear actions taken tonight to halt Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons. This critical military operation to end Iran’s nuclear ambitions demonstrates a steadfast commitment to global […]
Why New Jersey Needs to Adopt IHRA Definition of Antisemitism
New Jersey United Condemns the Shooting of Israeli Embassy Staff and Calls for Action Against Antisemitism
New Jersey United (“NJU”) is heartbroken and outraged by the heinous shooting of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, two Israeli Embassy staff members, outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on May 21, 2025. This horrific act is a stark reminder of the rising tide of antisemitism that threatens Jewish communities across the United […]
Introducing New Jersey United
Antisemitism is at record highs in the United States and in New Jersey. The ADL reports a 344% increase in the last five years and that New Jersey ranks third in number of incidents nationwide. From hate speech on college campuses to targeted harassment and exclusion in local politics, it’s clear that antisemitism is no […]
NJU Releases Voter Guides and Endorsements
New Jersey United (NJU) is proud to introduce our official Voter’s Guide, a nonpartisan, research-based tool created to help residents across New Jersey make informed choices in key state and local elections. At a time when public discourse is increasingly polarized and misinformation can cloud critical issues, our Voter’s Guide offers a clear and accessible resource […]
New Jersey Ranks 3rd in Antisemitic Incidents Nationwide in 2024, ADL Reports
In its latest annual audit, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) reported that New Jersey ranked third in the nation for antisemitic incidents in 2024, with 719 documented cases—a troubling reminder of the persistent threat facing Jewish communities across the state. While the total reflects a 13% decrease from New Jersey’s record-breaking 830 incidents in 2023, the state remains a major […]