How antisemitic rhetoric is impacting Jewish communities, and what to do about it

Rabbi Eliana Fischel addresses a group of American University students in October. She tells NPR that the national rise in antisemitism is prompting many congregants to change their behavior. (Washington Hebrew Congregation)

The rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, cast a bright spotlight on the age-old problem of antisemitism in recent weeks, with his offensive remarks inspiring other demonstrations of hate and stoking fears among the Jewish community.

Ye's promotion of antisemitic tropes and conspiracy theories did bring about some condemnation and consequences — dropped business partnerships, blocked social media accounts and pending legal action have made headlines for days.