Speak Out
Rabbi Avi Orlow adapted from Martin Niemöller
First they came for the Zionists , and I did not speak out — because being anti-Zionist is not Antisemitic .
Then they killed civilians and took hostages , and I did not speak out- because Israelis are colonialists .
Then they raped Jewish women , and I did not speak out- because I did not believe the victims or the bodycams .
Then they came for the Jews in traditional attire , and I did not speak out — because they chose to set themselves apart .
Then they came for the Jews who dress like me , and I did not speak out — because they are white and are excluded from our DEI policy .
Then they came for me — and there was no one left to speak for me .
The west is next .
Rabbi Avi Orlow is Vice President of Program and Innovation at Foundation for Jewish Camp .
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