American Academy of Pediatrics Statement Condemning Antisemitism

By: Benjamin Hoffman, MD, FAAP, president 

In the midst of the Jewish High Holidays and on the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attack in Israel, American Academy of Pediatrics President Benjamin Hoffman, MD, FAAP, issued the following statement:  

“The American Academy of Pediatrics condemns antisemitism and its impacts on children’s health and safety. The AAP has long stood against any form of hate or discrimination, recognizing the toll it takes on communities and on children’s health and development.  

“Rising antisemitism in the United States shatters the sense of safety, identity and belonging for Jewish children and families. As a Jew, I have personally been subject to the impact of antisemitism.  

“No child should feel unsafe going to school, no family should feel unsafe in their community, and no pediatrician should feel unsafe at work because of their Jewish identity. 

“Antisemitism, like any other form of hate and bigotry, has no place in medicine and no place in this or any other country.  Today, the AAP reiterates our commitment to combat antisemitism, support our members, and advocate for children.” 

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The American Academy of Pediatrics is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults.