A US State Government Takes Down a Violent Pro-Israel Group, Ending its Harassment of Arabs and Muslims
New York Attorney General Letitia James has ordered the dissolution of Betar U.S., an American chapter of a notorious pro-Israel group known for doxxing students who support Palestine and providing lists to immigration officials.
According to the investigation carried out by her office, Betar's actions are a clear breach of US civil rights laws. The organization was found guilty of bias-motivated harassment and violence aimed at silencing free speech and intimidating communities.
The group, which claims to be an advocacy body for Israel, has been accused of using fear and intimidation tactics against pro-Palestine activists, including the use of slurs and demeaning language. Members of Betar have also threatened protesters with violence, including a campaign to send pagers with information about Hezbollah militants to intimidate opponents.
In addition, Betar's methods have been widely criticized even by fellow pro-Israel groups, such as the Anti-Defamation League, which has listed the organization as a hate group.
The investigation found that Betar had never registered as a non-profit organization in New York State, despite operating under this status. The group is now facing an $80,000 fine and other potential consequences if it continues to operate without proper registration.
New York Attorney General Letitia James has ordered the dissolution of Betar U.S., an American chapter of a notorious pro-Israel group known for doxxing students who support Palestine and providing lists to immigration officials.
According to the investigation carried out by her office, Betar's actions are a clear breach of US civil rights laws. The organization was found guilty of bias-motivated harassment and violence aimed at silencing free speech and intimidating communities.
The group, which claims to be an advocacy body for Israel, has been accused of using fear and intimidation tactics against pro-Palestine activists, including the use of slurs and demeaning language. Members of Betar have also threatened protesters with violence, including a campaign to send pagers with information about Hezbollah militants to intimidate opponents.
In addition, Betar's methods have been widely criticized even by fellow pro-Israel groups, such as the Anti-Defamation League, which has listed the organization as a hate group.
The investigation found that Betar had never registered as a non-profit organization in New York State, despite operating under this status. The group is now facing an $80,000 fine and other potential consequences if it continues to operate without proper registration.
OMG, finally someone's taking those extremist groups seriously! 
I mean, doxxing students who support Palestine? That's just low-key harassment, you know? 
And the whole thing with sending pagers with info about Hezbollah militants... that's just a whole nother level of crazy. 
I'm all for free speech, but not when it comes at the expense of someone else's rights. 
It's sickening to see groups like Betar getting away with this stuff, especially when they claim to be advocating for Israel. 
Like, what does that even mean? Are you supposed to be representing the entire Israeli people or just a certain faction that wants to silence everyone who doesn't agree with them? 
It's time someone called out Betar and held them accountable for their actions. 
Honestly I think this is a step in the right direction... Betar U.S.'s behavior is straight up unacceptable 
, doxxing students who just wanna express their opinions? 
And threatening protesters with violence? That's like, total overkill 
. I get that they're trying to support Israel and all, but this isn't the way to do it... there are better ways to have a discussion without resorting to hate speech and intimidation tactics 
... guess it shows that even in the US, people can't just do whatever they want and bully others online 
and whats with the doxxing thingy? thats super scary for people who are just trying to make a difference 
and i feel bad for the students who got targeted by this group. did they even get any support from the israel gov or anyone in power? 
. Its crazy that Betar was able to get away with this harassment stuff for so long, but I guess now the state is finally taking action 
and its crazy that even other pro-israel groups are speaking out against them, like, cant we all just agree on non-violence? 
i hope this sends a message to other orgs that they can't just silence ppl and get away with it 
! I mean, who tries to silence people with pagers and threats? 
It's like they think intimidation is a legitimate tactic 
. And doxxing students who support Palestine? That's just basic human decency, fam 
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. Betar U.S. was always about exploiting fear and silencing free speech 
. The Anti-Defamation League even called them out on this 
. It's time for these types of groups to be held accountable.
. Transparency is key, folks! We need to keep each other informed 
so we can call out these hate groups when they pop up 
they're gonna hit me with some kinda "hate group" label & fine, but I still think there's more 2 the story 
like who's really behind Betar U.S.? Was it just a bunch of Zionist radicals or was it something more? 
and intimidation methods 
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. I do hope other states follow suit and take similar action against organizations that engage in biased behavior 
. It just goes to show that not everyone who supports Israel agrees with their methods 
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finally, some justice for those being harassed & intimidated 
. Don't even get me started on the doxxing 
, it's so low. The Anti-Defamation League is like "yeah, we got this" 
. It's all about respect & inclusivity 
i mean, silencing free speech isnt cool at all, and thats exactly whats been happening with betar u.s. 
the fact that another org even criticized them says a lot about how toxic some groups can be 
. I'm glad the AG office is holding them accountable 
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