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Putnam County Legislature adopts IHRA working definition of antisemitism
Summary
The Putnam County Legislature unanimously endorsed the IHRA non‑legally binding working definition of antisemitism and directed copies be shared with local law enforcement, the district attorney and educational institutions; several legislators said it is a first step but urged further action such as a Human Rights Commission.
A legislator (Unidentified Speaker S8) introduced a resolution adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) non‑legally binding working definition of antisemitism, including contemporary examples and guidance for training, education, recognition and reporting of incidents. The resolution text, as read publicly, also states it "shall not be construed to diminish or infringe upon any right protected by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution or the New York State Constitution," and directs that copies be forwarded to the Putnam County District Attorney, Putnam County Sheriff and other relevant bodies.
Legislators broadly described the…
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