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New York Governor Pledges Increased Security for Synagogues Ahead of High Holidays

From Jerusalem Post · () English

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  • New York Governor Kathy Hochul promised to increase state police presence and security for synagogues and Jewish sites ahead of the High Holidays.
  • The pledge follows a recent hate crime attack at Manhattan's Central Synagogue, where a worshiper and security guard were assaulted.
  • Hochul emphasized the state's responsibility to protect its large Jewish population and combat antisemitism, referencing rising tensions and her past support for Israel.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has vowed to bolster security for synagogues and Jewish communities across the state as the High Holidays approach. Speaking at Shabbat services at Manhattan's Central Synagogue, Hochul pledged to deploy additional New York State Police resources to protect these sites.

If you need more money, if you need more protection, I will send the New York State Police here.

— Kathy HochulDuring remarks at Shabbat services at Central Synagogue, pledging increased security.

Her commitment comes in the wake of a recent attack at the same synagogue, where a man disrupted services, assaulted a worshiper and a security guard, and caused property damage. The assailant was subsequently charged with hate crimes. Hochul stated that as the leader of a state with the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, she feels a profound obligation to combat hate.

We will fortify this place not only now, but certainly ahead of the approaching High Holidays.

— Kathy HochulPromising enhanced security measures for synagogues.

"There is no place for hate in New York State," Hochul declared, adding that "an attack on one is an attack on all of us." The governor's remarks also occurred amidst ongoing tensions with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, particularly concerning rhetoric related to Israel and antisemitism. Hochul had previously urged Mamdani to focus on city governance rather than Israel.

There is no place for hate in New York State.

— Kathy HochulAddressing the rise in antisemitism and hate crimes.

The governor also reflected on the surge in antisemitism since the October 7th events. She recalled convening Jewish leaders prior to the massacre to discuss rising antisemitism and her subsequent trip to Israel, emphasizing the need to counter denial and show solidarity.

an attack on one is an attack on all of us.

— Kathy HochulEmphasizing solidarity with the Jewish community.
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