Schakowsky Statement on anti-Semitic Vandalism in Chicago Synagogue

Chicago- Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky issued the following statement in response to a violent act of anti-Semitic vandalism perpetrated on the Chicago Loop Synagogue this weekend:

“The attack on the Chicago Loop Synagogue is a hate crime. It comes as part of an uptick in violence not only against Jews, but against all religious and ethnic minorities in our country. Along with the rest of the Jewish community in Chicago, I am anguished and angered to see this happen so close to home. I hope and expect that the perpetrator of this vandalism will be promptly brought to justice.

“It is heartening to hear about the outpouring of support that came from all sectors of our community after this hate crime was committed. This is a moment when people of good will need to stand up against hatred and violence, whether it is perpetrated against Jews or any marginalized group in our country and around the world.”