Part 9/11:
The Importance of Responsible Protest and Combatting Anti-Semitism
Turning to the issue of rising anti-Semitism in Australia, Worerim voiced deep concern over the conflation of criticism of Israel with anti-Semitic acts. He clarified that pointing out the behaviors of a government should not translate into hostility towards Jewish communities in Australia, who face increased threats and verbal violence.
He emphasized that anti-Semitic sentiment is often fueled by inflammatory protests and social media, which, under the guise of free speech, incite hatred and discrimination. Worerim criticized those who dismiss hate speech as legitimate free expression, asserting that hate and name-calling are inherently immoral and threaten community harmony.