An incoming Vancouver city councillor argues his history of criticizing Jewish people isn't antisemitic

An incoming Vancouver city councillor argues his history of criticizing Jewish people isn't antisemitic

Sean Orr's past postings came to wider light soon after he won a byelection on April 5.

Knox highlights commitment to Jewish community

Liberal candidate for Wentworth, Ro Knox, emphasised her strong stance against antisemitism and support for the Jewish community during her campaign launch at Centennial Homestead on Thursday evening. Knox’s speech highlighted serious concerns about rising antisemitism since October 7, 2023. She noted that there has been “an increase of over 700 per cent in antisemitism” including “arson, vandalism, threats” occurring directly in the Wentworth e…