Survey Finds Over Half of US Jews Face Antisemitism, Many Hide Their Identity Publicly

A recent survey by the Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAM) reveals that 57% of American Jews experienced at least one antisemitic incident in the past year. Conducted in May 2026 to mark 250 years of US independence, the study estimates that around 3.3 million Jewish adults and 250,000 children in Jewish households have been affected by antisemitism nationwide.

The survey highlights that 64% of respondents sometimes avoid wearing or displaying Jewish symbols such as the Star of David or kippah due to fears of harassment or attacks. Additionally, 73% feel less safe as Jews in the US compared to before the October 7, 2023 attacks. A majority, 71%, believe antisemitism is worsening, while 82% think authorities are not doing enough to combat it.

CAM’s International Affairs CEO, Aharon Kayak, emphasized that antisemitism transcends political divides, describing it as a "Trojan horse" where extremists on both left and right unite in hostility toward Jews despite other disagreements. The findings illustrate how antisemitism now influences the daily lives and behaviors of millions of American Jews, undermining their personal security and religious freedom even as the country celebrates its independence.

The survey was conducted by CAM’s Antisemitism Research Center (ARC) using a representative sample of US Jews to assess the scope and impact of antisemitism on the community’s everyday experiences.