Jewish Community Reports Increased Vulnerability After Synagogue Attack

Why it matters locally: While the immediate context of the national news story is not tied to Massachusetts, concerns about the safety and vulnerability of Jewish communities are relevant across the nation, including in Massachusetts, where communities may experience similar heightened anxieties.

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Rabbi Daniel Walker, a leader within the Jewish community, stated that community members report increasing feelings of vulnerability. He indicated the current climate surpasses the levels of concern experienced directly after a synagogue attack. Walker noted that the community now finds itself in a more difficult position than in the immediate aftermath of that incident.