Language:
German
Year of publication:
2015
Titel der Quelle:
Blätter für Deutsche und Internationale Politik
Angaben zur Quelle:
60,2 (2015) 37-40
Keywords:
Antisemitism History 21st century
;
Islam
Abstract:
Argues that antisemitism is endemic among Muslims in Germany and must be taken seriously. It is not the result of failed integration, but of a patriarchal family structure, which discourages discussion and critical thinking, and promotes conspiracy theories. Anti-Jewish prejudice is further strengthened by hate-mongering Turkish and Arab broadcasts and by sermons in German mosques. Based on personal experience with projects aimed at preventing hatred and violence among youth of Turkish and Arab origin, states that anti-Jewish prejudice and stereotypes thrive among them, and that German schools hold the key to changing the situation. In order to combat antisemitism, the curriculum must be adapted to address the problems of these children and change their thought patterns. A real change cannot, however, take place unless the Muslim community as a whole stops casting itself as a victim and recognizes the severity of Muslim antisemitism. It is a problem that concerns all of society and must not be allowed to develop into a confrontation between Jews and Arabs. Unless dealt with, it threatens to grow increasingly violent.
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