Violent anti-Israel protesters once again flooded Manhattan streets in August 2025, chanting “Globalize the Intifada”—a slogan that Jewish organizations and bipartisan lawmakers condemn as a direct call for violence against Jews worldwide.
Story Highlights
- Thousands marched through midtown Manhattan chanting “Globalize the Intifada” during a “Stand With Gaza” rally
- Major Jewish organizations classify the slogan as incitement to antisemitic violence and terrorism
- Bipartisan House Resolution 588 seeks formal condemnation of the phrase as hate speech
- Antisemitic incidents have surged 344% over five years according to Anti-Defamation League data
Manhattan Streets Echo with Calls for Violence
On August 16, 2025, thousands of anti-Israel protesters marched through midtown Manhattan, led by prominent activist Mahmoud Khalil. The demonstration featured repeated chants of “Globalize the Intifada” alongside demands to end U.S. aid to Israel. The slogan references Palestinian uprisings known as intifadas, which historically involved suicide bombings, attacks on civilians, and widespread violence against Israeli and Jewish targets. This represents a concerning escalation in the normalization of violent rhetoric on American streets.
The Anti-Defamation League reports the phrase is “generally understood as a call for indiscriminate violence against Israel, and potentially against Jews and Jewish institutions worldwide.” The American Jewish Committee echoes this assessment, stating the slogan is “often understood as encouraging violence against Israelis, Jews, and institutions supporting Israel.” These authoritative voices underscore the dangerous implications of allowing such rhetoric to flourish unchallenged in American cities.
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Legislative Response Targets Hate Speech
Representatives Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Rudy Yakym (R-IN) introduced bipartisan House Resolution 588 to formally condemn “Globalize the Intifada” as incitement to violence. Rep. Yakym declared, “Condemning it should be common sense… The violence and hatred directed at Jewish and Israeli people is reprehensible.” This rare bipartisan unity demonstrates the severity of the threat posed by this inflammatory slogan to Jewish Americans and democratic values.
The resolution comes amid a staggering 344% increase in antisemitic incidents over five years, according to ADL data. Jewish communities nationwide face heightened security concerns as violent rhetoric becomes increasingly mainstream in activist circles. The legislative effort represents a crucial stand against the erosion of safety and security for American Jewish families who deserve protection from government-sanctioned hate speech.
Political Candidates Navigate Dangerous Waters
NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani faced intense scrutiny during the 2025 campaign for his refusal to unequivocally condemn the slogan. While describing it as “symbolic” rather than a literal call for violence, Mamdani’s hedging reveals how radical anti-Israel sentiment has infiltrated mainstream Democratic politics. This political cowardice in the face of clear incitement to violence demonstrates the urgent need for principled leadership that puts American values above activist pressure.
The controversy extends beyond individual candidates to expose deeper fractures in American political discourse. As pro-Palestinian groups like Within Our Lifetime create social media campaigns targeting Jewish institutions in New York City, the line between political activism and domestic terrorism continues to blur. Conservative Americans must recognize this as part of a broader assault on traditional values, religious freedom, and the constitutional principle that all citizens deserve protection from violent intimidation regardless of their faith or political beliefs.
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New York City Protesters March in Streets Chanting ‘Globalize the Intifada’
Thousands Storm Manhattan Calling Global Intifada Phrase Pending Violence Designation
House Resolution 588 – Condemning the phrase “globalize the intifada”
Globalized Intifada Impacting Jewish Communities
