Rep. Zeldin on Antisemitic Attack in Crown Heights: "Practicing the Jewish faith should not be a life-threatening endeavor"

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Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1), co-chair of the House Republican Israel Caucus and one of two Jewish Republicans in Congress, just released the following statement regarding this afternoon's violent antisemitic attack on Rabbi Yehoshua Lefkowitz in Crown Heights:

"Last week, a report was released showing New York leading the nation in antisemitic incidents, and today's violent attack on Rabbi Lefkowitz is the latest in a disturbing and unacceptable trend of anti-Jewish hate and violence that is spreading throughout our communities, nation and the world. Instead of observing Shabbat at Great Neck Synagogue, Rabbi Lefkowitz was sent to the hospital beaten and bruised. Practicing the Jewish faith should not be a life-threatening endeavor anywhere in the world, but especially not in the United States, where we cherish religious freedom. New York City's streets and subways are filled right now with violence, hate and lawlessness. Many elected officials empower it, and the justice system remains handcuffed. This has to end now! Our hearts are with Rabbi Lefkowitz tonight, and we pray for his full and speedy recovery."

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