Brianna Ames

Beautiful article about my cousin Yuval z”l who saved the lives of residents in Sderot and tragically lost his life in the process. Thank you @noatishby and Noa Kirel for their tributes. Article here: israelhayom.co.il/news/local/art… 🇮🇱💙🤍

A raw and powerful moment from @RahmEmanuel as he recalls his father’s unusual term of endearment—labeling him a "schmuck" while accompanying him to the protest. It also serves as a stark reminder of how pervasive antisemitism has been throughout history.

The Combatting Hate Act passed in the House of Commons this week.    That’s a huge step forward in our mission to build a stronger, safer country where everyone — no matter who they are or how they worship — can live free from violence and intimidation.

Just issued a complain to 311. The service order was meant to be completed by March 19 - but hasn’t been done yet. Very upsetting to continue seeing these swastikas in the neighborhood.

Disgusting and horrifying. I’ve reported to @TPSOperations for removal. Hate-motivated graffiti can be reported here: tps.ca/services/form-…

I wrote a piece for @TheAtlantic about how Jews are being purged from public life. I call it the Polite Pogrom. theatlantic.com/international/…

@RobynUrback Completely fair. I couldn’t finish it - it was a compelling, but hard, read. It is riveting though.

@briames I don't think I am emotionally stable enough for that

I still haven’t recovered from Homeward Bound, and now this

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@BradMBradford @TPSOperations Thank you, Brad! Thank you, TPS and 311.

@cityoftoronto @oliviachow @PasternakTO @BradMBradford @ausmalik @CIJAinfo @UJAFederation Swastika graffiti on Adelaide just east of Spadina across. Please get this removed as soon as possible. Absolutely unacceptable.

Al Quds Day has become an annual platform for antisemitic hate and extremist rhetoric. In today’s climate, this raises serious public safety concerns. I call on the City to take the necessary steps - up to and including an injunction - to cancel the demonstration.

Starting something new. Follow along to hear the conversations. youtu.be/XXyLIk2bOkQ

@mattgurney @Arturmaks @Joe_Roberts01 @the_lineca Appreciate you, Matt.

@Arturmaks @Joe_Roberts01 @the_lineca I refuse thanks for writing this. It's a moral duty. I'm sorry as hell I felt like I had to write it.

Latest from me, now live at @the_lineca: We all know where this is leading. And we also all know, or should, why it’s going to be allowed to happen. Stopping it would be potentially politically controversial. It’s safer to just deplore it in the aftermath.

@MikeSchreiner Thank you Mike.

These alarming and unacceptable acts of anti-Semitism are becoming too common. Nobody should be afraid to attend their place of worship or practice their faith publicly. Thinking of Jewish community members in the GTA and beyond today. We stand with you and we’re committed to working collaboratively — across political lines, religious backgrounds and more — to reject fear and hatred. Anti-Semitism has no place in Ontario. cbc.ca/news/canada/to…

@rubysahotalib @EvanLSolomon @vgasparro @Rob_Oliphant @maggiechidvn @CIJAinfo Thank you

Yesterday, I visited two synagogues in Toronto — one recovering from the recent horrific shooting, another repeatedly targeted by vandalism and hate. These acts of antisemitism are completely unacceptable and those responsible must be found and justice must be served. Law enforcement at all levels are coordinated around this effort. Incidents like these have been growing at an alarming rate. This should not be happening in Canada and we will do what it takes to eradicate antisemitism. The federal government currently has legislation before parliament to toughen sentences and protect religious and cultural spaces. We’re also sending targeted federal funding that will train law enforcement and Crown prosecutors to more effectively investigate and prosecute hate crimes. At the same time, we must get to the root of this issue. Canada’s new government is committed to working upstream to counter radicalization and the conditions that allow antisemitism to take hold. As Prime Minister Carney put it: Jewish people must be able to live their lives openly, freely, and safely. That is not a hope. It is a commitment. Canada will always stand with the Jewish community.

@jkenney @acoyne Thank you so much Jason

This is vile racism, period. By posting this Donald Trump is promoting racism, and confirming that he is mentally unstable. Time for Republicans in Congress to find their spines and stand up to the madness.

@lucyhargreaves4 @SelinaMRobinson @harleyf Thank you, Lucy.

if you read one thing today, read this important piece from @harleyf canada needs to do better

@YaroslavB I am so sorry to hear this news. May her memory be a blessing.

It is with tremendous sadness that our family learned today that my beloved wife, Tara Baran, has passed away. We thank Ottawa Police, OPP Kemptville and OPP Parry Sound for all of their efforts. Please pray for her, for our children, and for all those living with mental health struggles. My thanks to the many who have reached out. We ask for privacy as we mourn as a family. 🙏☦️

@yashar Wow this is so cool.

The Tomb of Queen Esther and Mordechai in Iran.

@jkenney @chaptersindigo Thank you!

Canada’s own Kristallnacht, with stores being attacked and vandalized because they’re owned by Jews. Of course they’re doing this on the last day of Chanukkah, days following the Bondi Beach Massacre. I’m off to @chaptersindigo to do the rest of my Christmas shopping.