ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Antisemitism in the United States in the 21st century

Okay, kiddo, let's talk about something called antisemitism. Antisemitism means treating Jewish people badly just because they are Jewish. It's like being mean to someone because of their skin color, but instead of skin color, it's because they are Jewish.

Now, even though we live in the 21st century, which means the times we live in now, some people in the United States still have this unfair attitude towards Jewish people. Sometimes they say or write hurtful things about them or even do mean things to them. This is called antisemitism.

It's important to remember that everyone is equal, no matter where they come from, what they believe in, or what they look like. It's not okay to be mean to someone just because they're different from us. We should all treat each other with kindness and respect, even if we don't agree with them.

So, if you ever hear someone saying mean things about Jewish people or any other group of people, remember to stand up for what is right and treat others the way you want to be treated.