Publisher faces antisemitic harassment online after promoting book on Jewish identities in punk

A German publisher has experienced a surge in antisemitic comments on social media following the announcement of a book titled 'Jüdische Identitäten und Antisemitismus im Punk' on Facebook and Instagram. The publisher, identified as a co-owner, notes that while criticism is expected, the tone in comment sections has become increasingly vile over recent months. Posts about books addressing antisemitism or the Holocaust provoke responses denying Jewish hatred, claiming antisemitic attacks never occurred, or blaming the Rothschilds for the Holocaust with their wealth. The publisher's business has been threatened, and daily deletion of hate comments is now routine. This situation is detailed in the current issue of the publication Freitag, highlighting the digital antisemitism faced. The publisher emphasizes that engaging publicly invites critique, but the nature of the harassment has shifted to overtly repulsive statements. The article does not specify exact dates but indicates the issue has persisted for several months, with social media platforms serving as the primary venues for these incidents.