Jewish American Heritage Month

Thanked Mayor Jadwin for the proclamation after a year of effort but sharply criticized Bowers, Weaver, and Jones for declining to join the proclamation photo, saying their absence showed a lack of support for the Jewish community.

The Jewish Columbus board chair thanked the Mayor, cited a 42% rise in Central Ohio antisemitic incidents, argued Jewish identity is cultural as well as religious, and said treating the recognition as uniquely risky sends a painful message.

Questioned why Council declined the recognition over religion concerns when it had reportedly recognized Hindu Heritage Month, and said the three Councilmembers who skipped the photo should be embarrassed.