Will Shetterly
Feb 10, 2024

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I wish everyone could make these distinctions:

"The portrayal of anti-Judaism in Shakespeare’s “The Merchant of Venice,” for instance, demonstrates negative stereotypes alongside cases of integration between the Jewish and non-Jewish communities. This portrayal differs from anti-Semitism, a new term and attitude that emerged in the 19th century and persisted until the mid-20th century. Similarly, the alleged anti-Semitism of today, if we can still employ the same term, is distinct from that of almost a century ago."

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Will Shetterly
Will Shetterly

Written by Will Shetterly

If you’re losing an argument with me and are too proud to admit defeat, please feel free to insult me instead.

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