How many more Jews must die before the world wakes up and does something about it? Maybe that’s the problem: the world doesn’t want to wake up as too many people are fine with hating Jews.

The murder of at least 15 Jewish Hanukkah celebrants and the wounding of many more in Australia last week could have been prevented if the government had established a security presence at Bondi Beach. Instead, it was reported that police officers stood by during the shooting rampage conducted by a Muslim father and son, who were reportedly inspired by the Islamic State. For two years, Sydney has been shut down every weekend by pro-Palestinian and anti-Israel demonstrators. Did no one anticipate consequences from those who embraced and openly spouted extremist ideology?

Cal Thomas may be reached at tcaeditors@tribpub.com. Look for Cal Thomas’ latest book “A Watchman in the Night: What I've Seen Over 50 Years Reporting on America."

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