Why Jewish tourists no longer feel safe being visibly Jewish in London - opinion
Jewish tourists are increasingly feeling unsafe displaying their identity in London. The article reflects on personal experiences and the changing atmosphere for Jewish visitors. Concerns about safety and rising antisemitism are highlighted as significant factors affecting their comfort.
- ▪Jewish tourists report feeling unsafe being visibly Jewish in London.
- ▪The author shares personal experiences from trips with grandchildren.
- ▪Rising antisemitism is a major concern for Jewish visitors.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
Why Jewish tourists no longer feel safe being visibly Jewish in London - opinionThis would be my sixth London-with-English-Speaking Savta trip for my grandchildren of bar and bat mitzvah age, always taking two or three cousins who had reached the appropriate age. Follow us on GoogleIN LONDON: The writer with grandsons Tal (R) and Mendy, in front of a Vincent Van Gogh masterpiece – ‘Sunflowers’ at the National Gallery, Trafalgar Square.(photo credit: COURTESY BARBARA SOFER)
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com.