Mark Oppenheimer, a former New York Times columnist, discussed the importance of building strong, supportive communities in the face of rising antisemitism. He emphasized how the solidarity and response of the Squirrel Hill neighborhood serve as a powerful example of how communities can come together to confront hate and violence.

Attendees received a signed copy of his book, Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood.