I am a first generation Canadian and Quebecker Jew and as I watch my hometown of Montreal descend into chaos, with law and order seemingly abandoned to appease masked and hateful cowards, I feel compelled to share my perspective.
To those trying to make sense of the situation in Montreal and Quebec, here are my thoughts.
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The Montreal Jewish community is, without question, one of the most vibrant and exceptional Jewish communities in the world. We have it all: a close-knit, supportive network, a rich tapestry of Jewish ethnicities—Ashkenazi, Sephardic, Mizrahi, Ethiopian, and others—and an enduring commitment to our traditions and values.
Our community boasts phenomenal Jewish schools and camps, fostering a deep connection to identity. Most Jews live in close proximity, raising their children in a warm, inclusive, and proudly Jewish environment. We overwhelmingly embrace Zionism i.e. the right of the Jewish people for self determination in their ancestral homeland. We also overwhelmingly yearn for peace between Israel and all its neighbors. So please don’t be misled by token anti-Zionist voices that the media may promote - they do not and cannot speak for us.