This marks the first documented instance where nearly a quarter of the American population openly justifies violence against Jews, representing an unprecedented normalization of antisemitism in mainstream society. The combination of both physical attacks on government officials (Governor Shapiro) and the high percentage (24%) believing these are false flag operations reveals a dangerous new convergence of violence and conspiracy theories.
ADL: 24% of Americans Call Jewish Attacks 'Understandable' in 2025
📰 What Happened
A June 2025 ADL survey reveals alarming acceptance of antisemitic violence among Americans, with 24% calling recent deadly attacks 'understandable.' Following three major incidents - arson at PA Governor Shapiro's residence, a Capital Jewish Museum shooting, and violence at a Boulder hostage rally - the survey found 15% viewed the violence as 'necessary' and 13% as 'justified.' While 60% recognize antisemitism as serious, 24% believe the attacks were staged false flags. ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt called the findings 'unacceptable.'
📖 Prophetic Significance
The 24% acceptance rate of antisemitic violence aligns with Matthew 24:9's prediction of widespread hatred against God's people. The targeting of both religious (museum) and political (governor) Jewish figures fulfills Zechariah 12:3's prophecy of all peoples gathering against Jerusalem. The 24% false flag belief rate indicates the strong delusion mentioned in 2 Thessalonians 2:11. This survey provides specific metrics showing how quickly anti-Jewish sentiment can normalize, suggesting we're entering the prophetic stage where protection of Jews becomes globally controversial.