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Fighting Antisemitism: Political and Social Science Insights

Apr 21, 2025, 9:44 PM

German Court: Antisemitism Is Not an Opinion, It’s a Crime!

The District Court Berlin-Tiergarten (photo: Peter Kuley, CC BY-SA 3.0)

In a landmark ruling that sends a clear message about Germany's legal stance on antisemitism, a Berlin court has sentenced a 24-year-old former teaching student to three years in prison for brutally attacking a Jewish fellow student. The April...

Apr 13, 2025, 4:29 PM

Examining Holocaust knowledge and awareness worldwide

As we approach the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps, a groundbreaking study released in January 2025 has revealed disturbing trends in Holocaust awareness across eight countries. The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany...

Apr 2, 2025, 4:16 AM

Tel Aviv and Berlin: A New City Partnership?

On March 28, 2025, Berlin's state parliament unanimously approved a motion to establish a twin town relationship with Tel Aviv. As the capital of Germany moves to formalize its 19th city partnership, this development carries profound historical significance -...

Mar 29, 2025, 10:01 PM

Antisemitism as a Subject of Legal Psychology

Eighty years after the liberation of Jews from concentration camps and the end of the Shoah, hostility toward Jews remains a persistent and evolving challenge in our society. The Swiss-German research paper "Antisemitismus als Gegenstand der Rechtspsychologie" (Antisemitism as...

Mar 27, 2025, 7:11 AM

Antisemitism History III: From October 7 to Its Global Resurgence

Introduction In the first blog post of this article series, the historical evolution of antisemitism was traced from its ancient foundations through to its modern developments up until the early 21st century. The analysis highlighted how antisemitism has adapted across...

Mar 26, 2025, 1:33 AM

Antisemitism History II: From Holocaust to Pre-2023 Developments

Introduction In the previous post, the historical evolution of antisemitism was traced from its ancient foundations through to the early 20th century. This exploration highlighted how antisemitism adapted across different eras, from religious prejudice in antiquity and the Middle Ages...

Mar 23, 2025, 4:32 PM

Antisemitism History I: From Ancient Roots to Early 20th Century

Introduction Antisemitism, often referred to as the "oldest hatred," has persisted across millennia, evolving to adapt to changing societal, cultural, and political contexts. Its manifestations range from religious prejudice and medieval blood libel to racial theories and modern conspiracy frameworks....

About Me

Dr. John Meister is a political and social scientist from Hamburg, Germany, specializing in the intersection of politics, public administration, and society. His research and teaching focus on critical issues such as diversity, antisemitism, racism, discrimination, and equality in the public sector. As a published author and active lecturer, Dr. Meister contributes to advancing academic discourse and public understanding of these topics. He is a member of the German-Israeli Society, underscoring his dedication to Israel, combating antisemitism, and fostering Jewish life.