Press Release

ADL Welcomes Metropolitan Opera’s Decision to Cancel Global Simulcast of “The Death Of Klinghoffer”

New York, NY, June 17, 2014 … The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) today welcomed the Metropolitan Opera’s decision to cancel a global simulcast of the controversial John Adams opera, “The Death of Klinghoffer,” in response to concerns that the opera’s biased portrayal of events surrounding the hijacking of the cruise ship Achille Lauro could foment anti-Semitism globally or legitimize terrorism. ADL

ADL Praises New York State Police For Its “Swift And Effective Response” To Anti-Semitic and Racist Incidents In Upstate N.Y.

New York, NY, June 12, 2014 … The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) today commended New York State Police for their “swift and effective response” on the arrest of two suspects allegedly responsible for spraying anti-Semitic and racist graffiti on businesses and government property in Whitehall, New York. Shane Smith and Devin Morris, both 17 of Washington County, were arrested on June

ADL Recognizes 76 New York Area Schools as “No Place For Hate®” After Promoting Culture of Respect and Understanding

New York, NY, May 28, 2014… The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has designated 76 New York area schools across the five boroughs, upstate, Westchester, Long Island and New Jersey as “No Place For Hate®.” The schools were recognized for creating safe learning environments, bringing awareness to the issues of bullying and bias, and promoting unity and respect. The 76 schools were