基本説明
New in paperback. Hardcover was published in 2010. The stereotypes surrounding Jews and money are rarely discussed in 'polite' conversation. Jews and Money addresses the issues head on in an attempt to understand why they exist and dispel dangerous misconceptions.
Full Description
In the wake of Bernie Madoff's ruinous investment schemes, Abe Foxman takes a cultural and political look at the many variations throughout history of the assumptions made about Jews and money. These include Jews as greedy global capitalists; Jews as wealthy secret communists; Jews as cheapskates; and Jews controlling the media with their money to unduly influence society. Foxman makes the case that these stereotypes have permeated cultures globally and argues that these beliefs are rooted in deep-seated and pervasive anti-Semitism. As with all forms of bigotry, society at large needs to respond to the persistence of stereotypes by educating the young, denouncing hate speech, and by encouraging Jews, like all groups, to express pride in their ethnic and religious heritage.
Contents
The Bernie Madoff Moment The Story of a Stereotype The Facts Behind the Myths The Stereotype Today When Everyone Has a Megaphone Not So Funny Damned If We Do, Damned If We Don't Society's Response.
