06/03/2026
One of the most common responses we hear:
“But blood libel doesn’t happen anymore.”
Sadly, it still does, which is exactly why we teach it.
The names, technologies, and headlines change. The underlying trope often doesn’t.
Understanding blood libel isn’t about rejecting criticism. It’s about recognizing when Jews are portrayed as uniquely monstrous, cruel, or inhuman.
Media literacy matters. Be careful when you read the New York Times.