Prime Minister of Canada says Passover underscores resilience amid antisemitism
Key points
- Prime Minister of Canada says Passover commemorates the exodus and Jewish resilience
- Prime Minister of Canada says government introduced the Combatting Hate Act to criminalize intentional obstruction of places of worship, schools, and community centres
TL;DR
- Prime Minister of Canada marks the start of Passover, links its meaning to a rise in antisemitism, and cites the Combatting Hate Act to criminalize obstructing access to religious and community sites.
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“Tonight at sundown, Jewish communities in Canada and around the world will mark the beginning of Passover. Passover commemorates the exodus of the Israelites after centuries of enslavement in ancient Egypt. It is a story of faith and perseverance, and a testament to the resilience of a people who overcame immense hardship on their journey to freedom. That resilience is being called upon as Jewish communities confron...
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- Passover
- Exodus
- Antisemitism
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