Minnesota State Legislature
Minneapolis Delegation
PRESS RELEASE
St. Paul, MN 55155
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Cale Bergschneider
651-368-5082 or cale.bergschneider@house.mn.gov
December 16, 2024
Minneapolis Legislators Condemn Antisemitic Hate Crime at Temple Israel
Minneapolis, MN – On Monday, two spray-painted swastikas were found outside Minneapolis’ Temple Israel, the largest synagogue in Minnesota. The hateful symbols were found spray-painted in red on a pillar and a door at the front entrance.
The Minneapolis Delegation released the following statement:
“We are horrified to see these hateful symbols on Temple Israel. Hate crimes against our Jewish neighbors are unacceptable, and the Minneapolis Delegation condemns these acts. All Minnesotans deserve the right to practice religion freely and without fear. Unfortunately, we have recently seen a rise in both antisemitism and islamophobia that has left our communities less safe.
Regardless of one’s background, ethnicity, or race, we must all condemn this vile act of hatred together. By taking a stand against antisemitism, we will create a more inclusive - and tolerant society for all. We will not allow criminals to perpetuate hate, violence, or wreak havoc in our communities. The Minneapolis Delegation is committed to uplifting and protecting the safety and freedom of religion for all of our constituents.”
The Minneapolis Delegation, all members of the DFL, include Rep. Michael Howard (51A), Rep. Fue Lee (59A), Rep. Esther Agbaje (59B), Rep. Sydney Jordan (60A), Rep. Mohamud Noor (60B), Rep. Frank Hornstein (61A), Rep. Jamie Long (61B), Rep. Aisha Gomez (62A), Rep. Hodan Hassan (62B), Rep. Samantha Sencer-Mura (63A), and Rep. Emma Greenman (63B), and members-elect Anquam Mahamoud (62B) and Katie Jones (61A). In the Senate, they include Senate President Bobby Joe Champion (59), Kari Dziedzic (60) D. Scott Dibble (61), Omar Fateh (62) Zaynab Mohamed (63), and Melissa Wiklund (51).
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