Meet Jonathan. He believes in American exceptionalism, and is intently focused on uplifting unification and tamping down hate. He's leading the world's largest anti-hate organization, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), with a distinguished record of fighting antisemitism and advocating for just and fair treatment to all. We're talking about the heaviness of the world, and how we can right the trajectory through inclusion, kindness & community. You in?
Learn:

• Understanding how ADL is fighting hate through investigative research, education programs, & legislative victories
• Pyramid of Hate: how hate can quickly escalate from mere words to acts of violence
• ADL’s formula for dismantling hate
• New book: "It Could Happen Here: Why America Is Tipping From Hate To The Unthinkable And How We Can Stop It."

Episode Overview

• Jonathan’s story and journey to where he is today (5:00)
• Overview of ADL (14:00)
• Jonathan’s book: "It Could Happen Here: Why America Is Tipping From Hate To The Unthinkable And How We Can Stop It" (23:00)
• The Pyramid of Hate (31:00)
• Action (41:00)
  Whole of society strategy (43:00)
• Jonathan’s One Good Thing: Fight hate, but find hope. (47:00)

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