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We are not tenants in America

יול 14, 2026 ·  Source: JNS 82Objectivity score82/100

We are not tenants in America

George Washington pledged, for all time, that the Jews would be citizens with natural rights.

💬 רוצים להגיב ולהצטרף לדיון? הצטרפו — חינם, ומקבלים גם את הדיג׳סט השבועי.
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On July 4th, American Jewish organizations and individuals widely shared George Washington's 1790 letter to the Hebrew Congregation of Newport, R.I., as a form of reassurance amid rising antisemitism. This widespread sharing reflects a community feeling unsettled, with 91% of American Jews reporting feeling less safe after recent violent incidents in 2025, including arson, murders, and a firebombing. More than half have altered their behavior due to fear. The article argues that while the impulse to prove belonging through historical contributions (like Haym Salomon or the Liberty Bell's inscription) is understandable, history shows this approach has not guaranteed safety. Instead, true security lies in the strength of the constitutional order, as Washington's letter emphasized inherent natural rights, not earned toleration. The author concludes that American Jews are not tenants but partners in building the nation, and the current fear should prompt strengthening institutions rather than seeking proof of belonging. "We are among the builders of the house."

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