Milwaukee Jewish Federation: Reported antisemitic incidents have risen 570% since 2015

MILWAUKEE — Wisconsin’s number of reported antisemitic incidents rose again for the 8th consecutive year, marking a cumulative increase of 570% since 2015, according to the 2023 Audit of Antisemitic Incidents released today by the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. There was a 13% uptick in reported antisemitic incidents between 2022 and 2023, including a 257% increase in harassment and assaults.

The report, which also reflects a 433% increase in Jewish institutions being targeted, will be discussed at the JCRC’s annual meeting on June 27. The annual meeting is being headlined by Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson.

According to report findings, the terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel had a direct impact on the rise of antisemitic incidents in Wisconsin, such as those on college campuses: 64% of incidents occurred post-October 7.