The prospect of Zohran Mamdani – the 33-year-old anti-Israel leftist – becoming the next mayor of New York City is profoundly frightening.
Rabbi Pini Dunner’s assessment in his latest article is spot on. Andrew Cuomo, the former governor of New York, was “taken down by someone who used to perform under the name Young Cardamom and now proudly refuses to condemn calls to ‘globalize the intifada.’”
Mamdani’s policy proposals are ludicrous: “free childcare, frozen rents, free public transport, and a sweeping expansion of affordable housing — all funded, apparently, by sprinkling magic tax dust on ‘the rich.’”
But what grates me the most is Mamdani’s viciously anti-Israel record – he refused to state that Israel has the right to exist as a Jewish state. He started a chapter of Students for Justice (SJP) in Palestine at Bowdoin College – a pro-terrorist organization that the Combat Antisemitism Movement has called the “leading antisemitic group on American college and university campuses.” SJP regularly incites violence against Jewish and pro-Israel students and glorifies U.S.-designated terrorist organizations, such as Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine.
In refusing to condemn the phrase “globalize the intifada” – which has led directly to recent murders in Washington, D.C. and a firebomb attack in Boulder, Colorado – Mamdani said that the word “intifada” simply means “uprising” in Arabic, and that in the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s (USHMM) Arabic materials, the word “intifada” is used in the context of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.
But Mamdani knows what he is doing. The word “intifada” has specific connotations of the Palestinian intifadas against Israeli civilians, the second of which was marked by suicide bombings (including of a Passover seder) and the mass murder of Israelis. (And Kampf is the German word for struggle – you don’t see people going around using that word so freely, but they might as well).
Mamdani’s comments were so egregious that the USHMM was forced to issue a condemnation, writing on X: “Exploiting the Museum and the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising to sanitize ‘globalize the intifada’ is outrageous and especially offensive to survivors. Since 1987 Jews have been attacked and murdered under its banner. All leaders must condemn its use and the abuse of history.” Well stated.
Exploiting the Museum and the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising to sanitize “globalize the intifada” is outrageous and especially offensive to survivors. Since 1987 Jews have been attacked and murdered under its banner. All leaders must condemn its use and the abuse of history. pic.twitter.com/SBviaMNLCM
— US Holocaust Museum (@HolocaustMuseum) June 18, 2025
Rabbi Dunner’s whole article, which also brilliantly weaves in Torah commentary, can be found here.
Two times in two weeks. High-profile attacks on Jews in Boulder, Colo., and Washington, D.C.
A left-wing terrorist committed two antisemitic murders — in the heart of our nation’s capital, no less. Days later, a group of Jews who gathered to walk and raise awareness for the hostages held by Hamas were firebombed with home-made incendiary devices by a man in Colorado shouting “Free Palestine.”
For those of us paying attention to antisemitism, the phrase “shocked but not surprised” has become a kind of grim mantra we repeat every time we see news of the latest anti-Jewish hate crime. It never comes out of nowhere — and while many still associate antisemitism with neo-Nazis, today’s perpetrators are increasingly radical activists.
Either way, their ideology is hostile to Jews.
For neo-Nazis, Jews are somehow both contemptible subhumans and conniving puppeteers who manipulate economies and societies around the world for their own nefarious ends. This seemingly contradictory bigotry is known as “high/low” antisemitism, in which Jews are weak enough to despise but strong enough to pose a threat to white supremacy.
The left-wing antisemitic position is similarly incoherent and vile. In their paradigm, Jews used to be a vulnerable minority but forfeited that status through the founding of Israel and assimilation into American white supremacy. This narrative characterizes Jews as oppressors of other minorities whom leftists deem legitimately vulnerable, including Palestinian Arabs.
Never mind that Jews are targeted for 68% of religious-based hate crimes and 15% of all hate crimes, despite being just 2% of the American population. Never mind that Jewish Americans have neither allegiance to nor influence on the state of Israel.
I’ve talked with leftist activists on many occasions. Their favorite slogans — “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free (or Arab)” and “globalize the intifada” are explicit calls to eliminate Israel, an undertaking that would require violent ethnic cleansing. No one worth respecting could assert that the Palestinian Authority or Hamas embrace democracy while rejecting Islamism and antisemitism.
Some activists try to distinguish their hostility to Israel from their attitudes toward Jews, but that exercise requires either extreme ignorance or grave dishonesty.
Even if one believed, as they do, that Israel is an evil apartheid state, conceived out of racism and carrying out an ongoing genocide, why have leftists attacked Jewish restaurants, Jewish university students and Holocaust museums?
Why did a man yelling “Free Palestine” shoot two attendees, neither of whom was born in Israel, at a peacebuilding conference for young diplomats? Because the murders of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim merely crystallized what many of us already knew: To antisemites, all Jews are guilty.
Yes, Yaron was a Messianic Jew — or a Christian, depending on who you ask. Ultimately, however, his personal faith does not affect the antisemitic nature of his murder. His killer, Elias Rodriguez, believed Yaron to be Jewish — there’s no other explanation for lying in wait outside a Jewish event hosted by a Jewish organization at a Jewish museum. The same pattern played out in Colorado, where Jewish Americans were targeted and set aflame by a pro-Palestine attacker.
Antisemitism is a societal disease that flourishes where people’s passion outstrips their knowledge, where ideology takes precedence over facts.
And I’ve seen where it leads.
I recently returned from a trip to Europe, where I visited Auschwitz and Dachau. The gas chambers, the crematoria, the cattle cars are seared into my memory, tools of a regime that was eager to blame all Jews for problems for which they were not responsible.
I don’t think America is heading toward an antisemitic genocide, but that doesn’t mean we can ignore the warnings of the Holocaust.
Not everyone who murdered Jews in the 1940s was a German soldier. There were plenty of civilians who, like Elias Rodriguez, became killers or informants out of a warped sense of “justice.”
They were ordinary people who bought into the dehumanization and demonization of Jews. They saw their atrocities as acts of righteousness.
I wish that didn’t sound so familiar.
I’m tired of being “shocked but not surprised” by violent antisemitism. I’m tired of reading every day about assaults, vandalism and genocidal protests hiding behind the cheap mask of social justice rhetoric.
The best way for us to honor Yaron and Sarah’s memory is to emphatically reject the ideology that led to their deaths. Jew-haters can’t pretend that it’s all about Israel anymore, so don’t let them.
Elliott Broidy Co-Chairs Effort to Transform Former Nazi Commandant’s Home into Global Center for Combating Extremism
Elliott Broidy, a Boca Raton resident and longtime philanthropist, has returned home after a historic and deeply personal trip to Oświęcim, Poland, where he took part in a groundbreaking initiative to transform the former residence of Auschwitz Commandant Rudolf Höss into a global education and research center. The visit coincided with International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27 and the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz’s liberation, a solemn moment in history that underscores the urgency of Holocaust education and combating rising antisemitism. Broidy, who serves as co-chair of the Fund to End Antisemitism, Extremism, and Hate, is helping lead the fundraising campaign for ARCHER at House 88, a new initiative housed in the former Nazi leader’s home aimed at educating future generations about the dangers of extremism.
A Personal Commitment to Holocaust Education
For Broidy, the mission is deeply personal. His wife, Robin, lost many members of her family in the Holocaust, a tragedy that has profoundly shaped their shared commitment to fighting antisemitism. “Education is our most powerful weapon against hate,” he said. “We need to teach future generations how antisemitism, and extremism in general, take root—how misinformation spreads, how propaganda shapes perception, and how even good people can be manipulated into supporting dangerous ideologies. This is not a passive fight. We have to actively work to counter these forces before history repeats itself.” Robin Broidy added: “ARCHER at House 88 is not just about remembering the horrors of the Holocaust—it’s about equipping the next generation with the knowledge to actively combat antisemitism in all its forms,” Robin Broidy said. “We cannot let misinformation and propaganda take root, as it has done so many times throughout history. We must help young people recognize how hate spreads, whether it’s coming from a respected university professor, a trusted friend, or an anonymous social media account.” Their words echo the sentiment of Elie Wiesel, the Holocaust survivor and Nobel Prize laureate, who once believed that simply remembering the past would help prevent future atrocities. However, in 1986 Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance Speech, Wiesel acknowledged that remembrance alone is not enough: “Sometimes we must interfere,” said Wiesel. “Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim.”
Transforming a Symbol of Hate into a Center for Hope
Spearheaded by the Counter Extremism Project (CEP), ARCHER at House 88 will convert the former commandant’s home into a global hub for research, education, and policy initiatives aimed at countering extremism in all its forms. The center will include:
A fellowship program for scholars specializing in extremism research.
Educational initiatives for policymakers, educators, and the public.
Advocacy efforts to combat hate through actionable policy strategies.
Famed architect Daniel Libeskind, known for his work on the Jewish Museum in Berlin and the master plan for the World Trade Center site, has designed an expansion of the facility to house these critical programs.
An Urgent Need for Action
Broidy’s involvement comes at a time of rising antisemitism globally, particularly on college campuses and online. The latest Global 100 survey conducted by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) found that 46 percent of the world’s adult population (an estimated 2.2 billion people) harbor deeply entrenched antisemitic attitudes. This number has increased by more than 100 percent since ADL’s first worldwide survey a decade ago. “We are witnessing an unsettling resurgence of antisemitism worldwide,” Elliott Broidy said. “Simply remembering the past is no longer enough—we must actively fight against the dangerous narratives that fuel hate. ARCHER at House 88 will be a critical tool in that battle.”
Looking Ahead
The fundraising efforts for ARCHER at House 88 are ongoing, with a coalition of philanthropists and global leaders joining the cause. Broidy hopes his Boca Raton community will take an active role in supporting the initiative, recognizing that the lessons of history belong to everyone. “This is not just a Jewish issue—it is a human issue,” he said. “We all have a responsibility to make sure the horrors of Auschwitz are never forgotten and never repeated.”
This piece was originally published on Metapress on March 29, 2025.In the shadow of Auschwitz-Birkenau, a former Nazi commandant’s residence is undergoing a remarkable transformation that embodies the shift from passive remembrance to active intervention against extremism. The project, supported by Boca Raton resident Elliott Broidy, aims to create a global center for confronting and combating extremist ideologies in today’s digital world.
From Symbol of Hatred to Center for Action
Known as “House 88,” the building once served as the residence of Rudolf Höss, the commandant of Auschwitz. Under the leadership of the Counter Extremism Project (CEP), it will become the Auschwitz Research Center on Hate, Extremism, and Radicalization (ARCHER), a facility dedicated to identifying, exposing, and disrupting extremist networks.
The house, which sits directly adjacent to the Auschwitz death camp, represents one of the most striking examples of how extremist ideology can normalize atrocity. While millions were murdered just steps away, the commandant’s family cultivated a garden, built a greenhouse, and lived what they described as a “paradise.” This stark contrast—between ordinary domestic life and extraordinary evil—makes the site uniquely suited for understanding how extremist ideologies can take root and spread in society.
The transformation of House 88 marks the Auschwitz Museum’s first partnership “beyond the wall,” signaling a new approach to confronting extremism. This initiative goes beyond memorializing the past to actively countering today’s dangerous ideologies.
“This transformation represents a fundamental shift in how we approach extremism,” said Broidy, who serves as Co-Chairman of the Fund to End Antisemitism, Extremism, and Hate. “We’re moving beyond simply preserving history to actively working to prevent extremist ideologies from taking root and spreading.”
Confronting Modern Threats
The urgency of this initiative is underscored by recent data from the Anti-Defamation League’sGlobal 100 survey, released earlier this year, which reveals that approximately 2.2 billion adults worldwide harbor antisemitic attitudes—more than double the number recorded a decade ago. This dramatic increase, accelerated by the reach and speed of social media, has prompted new approaches to combating hatred and extremism.
For Broidy, supporting ARCHER aligns with his longstanding commitment to security and counter-terrorism initiatives. Following the events of 9/11, he redirected his focus toward developing solutions for emerging security challenges, particularly those involving the spread of radical ideologies.
Research and Action Initiatives
As outlined in the ARCHER overview document, the center will focus on several key strategies to combat extremism, including disrupting the material and financial support networks that enable extremist groups, countering online recruitment and incitement, and promoting effective laws, policies, and regulations.
The center will host ten resident research fellows annually, including five PhD students and five prominent academics, who will conduct innovative research on the developing threat landscape, extremist networks, and emerging trends. These fellows will pay particular attention to how extremists misuse emerging technologies and develop new financing methods.
CEP’s approach involves targeting the sources of extremism by focusing on real-world impact rather than just academic research. The center will work to identify and disrupt the most powerful networks and key actors promoting extremist ideologies today.
Preserving History While Taking Action
The physical transformation of House 88, led by architect Daniel Libeskind, carefully balances historical preservation with modern purpose. The design incorporates contemplative spaces where visitors can understand how extremist ideologies can normalize the unthinkable.
The renovation project is particularly complex given the site’s historical significance. The building’s exterior, which stands within sight of the Auschwitz wall, will be stabilized and restored to its original condition, including the reinstallation of preserved original “pebble” glass windows recently recovered from the property. The interior will be reimagined as a modern facility while maintaining the structural integrity of this UNESCO-protected site.
The grounds themselves tell a powerful story. The property includes the commandant’s former garden, greenhouse, and a walled area that once contained a sauna and patio—spaces where the Höss family lived an ordinary life while overseeing mass murder. Under Libeskind’s plan, these areas will be transformed into spaces that encourage visitors to recognize how dangerous ideologies can normalize the unthinkable.
Turning Awareness into Action
According to Broidy, ARCHER will work with governments, multilateral organizations, and the private sector to develop and implement effective strategies for countering extremism.
The center’s location—adjacent to Auschwitz-Birkenau—serves as a powerful reminder of why this work matters. While millions visit the former death camp each year, ARCHER will focus on the urgent work of identifying and disrupting today’s extremist networks.
“The transformation of House 88 represents a significant evolution in how society addresses the persistent challenges of extremism,” Brodiy underscored. “As this historic site begins its new chapter, it stands as a testament to the importance of moving beyond passive remembrance to active intervention against the spread of dangerous ideologies.”
If you would like to assist The Fund to End Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism, which funds the Archer at House 88 initiative, please click here.
Vice President JD Vance recently visited the Dachau concentration camp, and it’s clear he got the right message.
After touring the camp with 97-year-old survivor Abba Naor, Vance said: “I’ve read a lot about the Holocaust in books, but being here and seeing it up close in person really drives home what unspeakable evil was committed … It’s very important that those of us who are lucky enough to be alive can walk around, can know what happened here, and commit ourselves to prevent it from happening again.”
In line with Vance’s goal of preventing hate from spreading and devolving into extraordinary evil, the Counter Extremism Project (CEP) — a nonprofit aimed at combating extremist groups — recently purchased House 88, home of the infamous Auschwitz commandant Rudolf Höss and his family, which sits just beyond the walls of the Auschwitz extermination camp in Poland. The number 88 was code for Heil Hitler — the letter “H” is the 8th letter of the alphabet.
CEP plans to turn the house and its grounds into the Auschwitz Research Center on Hate, Extremism and Radicalization — “ARCHER at House 88.”
All post-war elements have been removed, leaving the house as the Höss family knew it between 1941 and 1944, with views of the horrific barracks, the gas chamber and the crematorium, but with one notable exception: In honor of Auschwitz’s Jewish victims and to reclaim the house from its evil past and put it on the path of doing good, a mezuzah has been added to the front door. Renowned architect Daniel Libeskind has designed a new building for the grounds outside of House 88 that will house and inspire the organization’s activities.
But ARCHER at House 88’s mission is not to just remember what hate can accomplish but to find ways to prevent hate from starting and spreading. As ARCHER board member Kenneth B. Mehlman said, “Never Again must be more than a slogan. It requires active engagement, education, and vigilance.” In service of that mission, the center will host a fellowship program for leading scholars focused on extremism research, develop educational programs for policymakers, educators and the public and devise, advocate for and implement strategies to combat hate.
This will be done first by recognizing that hate is taught by charismatic and well-funded leaders through propaganda — extremely negative, one-sided representations of a group in words and pictures, stated over and over by leaders, academics and influencers and spread by a forced, willfully blind or sympathetic and willing media.
To stop hateful ideologies from spreading, social media companies cannot let extremism flow freely under the guise of free speech. Teaching people via social media accounts or YouTube videos how to create bombs or how to ram cars into as many people as possible is not protected free speech. Posting messages on X, Instagram or TikTok encouraging students to harass, attack or exclude others is not protected free speech. Putting those of like-minded hate together in chatrooms or groups on their platforms so they can rev each other up further to commit more violent actions is not something decent companies that care about civil society do.
ARCHER at House 88 will use AI technology to expose those videos and chat groups, putting public pressure on platforms to remove dangerous content. ARCHER at House 88 will push for enforcement of anti-discrimination laws and new laws making clear that inciting hate or violence is illegal and will not be tolerated. Archer at House 88 will also work to disrupt the funding of all terrorist organizations, organizations that pose as nonprofits but fund terrorist groups, as well as all corporations that violate U.S. sanctions and all those who knowingly send donations to organizations that support extremist agendas.
Ultimately, ARCHER at House 88 isn’t about looking evil in the face — it’s about recognizing hate and evil when you hear or see it and doing something to end it. After all, as chairman of the Institute of Social Safety Jacek Purski once said, “A house is a house, but it is in uninteresting, regular houses like this where extremism is happening today.”
It is our collective responsibility to not turn away if we see another Höss in our own neighborhoods or an extremist philosophy spread into our feeds. Only once we confront hate can we be sure that the powerfully destructive results of hate never happen again.
Elliott Broidy is an entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist and co-chair of the Fund to End Antisemitism, Extremism and Hate, which supports the ARCHER at House 88 initiative.
On January 27, 2025, the 80th Anniversary of the liberation of notorious death camp, Auschwitz-Birkenau, The Counter Extremism Project, a transnational, non-partisan, non-profit organization that has been successfully fighting extremism since its founding in 2014, announced the creation of The Auschwitz Research Center on Hate, Extremism and Radicalization: ARCHER) at House 88. House 88 is the site of the residence of Commandant of the Auschwitz from 1940-44, Rudolf Höss and his family.
It sits a few meters from the camp wall and across from Auschwitz’s original gas chamber and crematorium.
Through CEP’s ARCHER at House 88 initiative, House 88 will be transformed from one of the most notorious and heinous operational headquarters of the “Final Solution” into a unique global bulwark against antisemitism and other forms of hate. ARCHER at House 88 is the perfect symbol to reorient society around the forces of good–for tackling extremism as a universal challenge that requires a universal response.
“This historic initiative represents a crucial step in our fight against extremism,” said Ambassador Mark D. Wallace, CEO of the Counter Extremism Project. “ARCHER at House 88 will serve as a vital hub for research, education, and—crucially—action in countering hate, antisemitism, and extremism globally.”
“The transformation of House 88 into ARCHER at House 88 represents a critical step in combating extremism and hate in all forms,” said Elliott Broidy. “This center will serve as a hub for research, education, and practical solutions.
The initiative includes plans for a new building designed by renowned architect Daniel Libeskind to house research and educational programs. Operating in partnership with the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and under the patronage of UNESCO, ARCHER will host fellowship programs for scholars, develop legislative initiatives for policymakers, and implement state of the art AI driven strategies to determine the networks funding extremist groups and extremist social media content and to disrupt them through exposure and lawfare.
Leaders and philanthropists Elliott Broidy and Dr. Thomas Kaplan are co-chairing the Fund to End Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism, which will fund the ARCHER at House 88 initiative. fundraising campaign for this innovative center.
Robin Broidy, who works alongside her husband Elliott, has been active in various anti-extremism efforts for many years. She emphasized the connection between local and global impact. “As members of the South Florida community, Elliott and I see firsthand how critical it is to build bridges and take meaningful action against hate”. ARCHER’s mission resonates deeply with our community’s values and commitment to ensuring ‘Never Again’ means exactly that.”
A former Nazi commandant’s house adjacent to Auschwitz will be transformed into an educational center focused on combating extremism and antisemitism, with support from Boca Raton residents participating in the international initiative.
The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) announced last week that the building known as “House 88,” which once served as the residence of Auschwitz commandant Rudolf Höss and which literally overlooked the Auschwitz extermination camp, will become the Auschwitz Research Center on Hate, Extremism, and Radicalization (ARCHER). The initiative launches as antisemitism surges globally, with recent Anti-Defamation League data showing a dramatic rise in antisemitic attitudes worldwide over the past decade.
Elliott Broidy
Boca Raton, Florida residents Robin and Elliott Broidy are among several high-profile philanthropists supporting the project through their role with The Fund to End Antisemitism, Extremism, and Hate.
Their involvement is motivated by a deep personal commitment to combating antisemitism by developing effective narratives that focus on the dangers of extremism to all of society, eliminating virulently antisemitic social media text and video accounts, lobbying to change and enforce laws against discrimination and hate speech, and disrupting the network that funds the dissemination of extremist ideologies, including antisemitism.
The center, developed in partnership with the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and under UNESCO patronage, will focus on understanding how extremist ideologies take root in society and how to disrupt and undo the damage. Through its educational programs, the initiative will examine how misinformation spreads, how propaganda shapes perception, and how communities can actively work to prevent the normalization of extremist views.
Teaching the Next Generation to Recognize Antisemitism
Robin and Elliott Broidy
“ARCHER at House 88 is about more than remembrance—it’s about action,” said Elliott Broidy. “We are at a critical moment where the next generation is being bombarded with propaganda that distorts history and dehumanizes entire communities. Young people have an innate desire to belong, and many are drawn into movements without understanding their true nature. We must ensure they have the tools to recognize antisemitism and extremism, no matter how it is disguised.”
Broidy emphasized the dangers of antisemitic narratives taking hold in mainstream discourse, comparing modern-day misinformation to past propaganda that led to devastating consequences.
“We have seen throughout history how individuals, thinking they are on the right side of history, become complicit in atrocities,” he said. “Those who today support terrorist organizations like Hamas, thinking they are fighting for justice, will one day be horrified by their actions—just as many Germans, Poles, and others were after the Holocaust. ARCHER will work to educate people before they fall prey to such dangerous ideologies.”
A Center Rooted in Elie Wiesel’s Call to Action
ARCHER’s comprehensive research program will establish a global network of scholars and practitioners. The center will host a prestigious research fellowship program annually that includes both PhD students and prominent academics. The fellows will conduct on-site research and contribute to the center’s educational and advocacy initiatives. Additionally, non-resident fellows will collaborate remotely, ensuring a diverse range of international perspectives in the study of extremism.
The research facility will feature state-of-the-art AI software and technology that will enable the discovery of extremist networks, emerging trends, and how extremists are using social media to spread their hateful and damaging rhetoric. Regular academic conferences, workshops, and training sessions will bring together experts from around the world to develop effective strategies for combating extremism and hatred.
“Elie Wiesel once urged us to ‘Never Forget,’ believing that remembering the Holocaust would prevent history from repeating itself,” said Robin Broidy. “But in 1986, he acknowledged that remembrance alone was not enough. ‘Sometimes we must interfere,’ Mr. Wiesel said. That moment of realization—that combating hate requires active engagement—is what drives ARCHER at House 88.”
She continued: “We can no longer afford to be neutral in the face of rising antisemitism. As Wiesel himself warned, ‘Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim.’ This center is not just a memorial; it is a place of action. We are equipping the next generation with the knowledge and strategies to fight back against propaganda, challenge misinformation, and ensure that antisemitic ideologies do not take root in or become acceptable to society again.”
Global Support for the Initiative
Co-chairs of The Fund to End Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism, Elliott Broidy and Thomas Kaplan
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay has noted that with fewer Holocaust survivors remaining to share their firsthand accounts, investing in education for younger generations becomes increasingly vital. ARCHER will work to address this need through comprehensive educational programs and training materials developed for expert communities and the wider public.
The architectural transformation of House 88 will be led by renowned architect Daniel Libeskind, who previously designed the Jewish Museum in Berlin and the World Trade Center site master plan. Libeskind’s design will carefully preserve House 88’s historical significance while an additional building will be built on the site for the fellows to work in and for meetings and conferences.
A unique aspect of the center will be its partnership with Italian musician Francesco Lotoro, who has spent decades collecting music composed in concentration camps. These compositions will play in perpetuity in the Francesco Lotoro Sound Hall, serving as a testament to resilience in the face of extremism. The sound hall will be acoustically designed to showcase these historically significant works while honoring their creators.
The project opened to the public on January 27, coinciding with International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz’s liberation. A mezuzah was placed on the doorpost and the house was symbolically transformed from a house of hate to a house against hate.
Delegations from many countries including the US, Canada, Germany and Poland visited and toured House 88. ARCHER at House 88 will work with governments, multilateral organizations, and educational institutions to develop effective strategies for combating extremism and antisemitism. Those interested in supporting the ARCHER at House 88 initiative can visit counterextremism.com/donate
Launch event held on January 27th marks the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz.
On January 27th, International Holocaust Remembrance Day and the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and co-chairs of The Fund to End Antisemitism, Extremism, and Hate, Elliott Broidy and Dr. Thomas Kaplan announced the launch of a major fundraising campaign to help fund the Auschwitz Research Center on Hate, Extremism, and Radicalization (ARCHER) at House 88.
Spearheaded by the Counter Extremism Project (CEP), ARCHER aims to transform the former residence of Auschwitz Commandant Rudolf Höss in Oświęcim, Poland, from a center ofhate to a center against hate in all forms. In addition to the residence, famed architect Daniel Libeskind has designed an extraordinary new building on the grounds of House 88 to house the organization’s research, education, and advocacy activities.
“This historic initiative represents a crucial step in our fight against extremism,” said Ambassador Mark D. Wallace, CEO of the Counter Extremism Project. “ARCHER at House 88 will serve as a vital hub for research, education, and—crucially—action in countering hate, antisemitism, and extremism globally.”
“The lessons of history demand that we do more than just remember—we must act,” said Dr. Thomas Kaplan. “ARCHER at House 88 is not just about preserving history; it is about changing the future. By transforming this house—once a symbol of unimaginable evil—into a center dedicated to combating extremism and hate, we are sending a powerful message. But we cannot do this alone.”
Elliott Broidy added, “This is a call to action—our fundraising efforts are critical to ensuring that this initiative succeeds in its mission to create a world free from extremism. I am thrilled that leaders and philanthropists Aryeh Bourkoff, Senator Norm Coleman, Eric Herschmann, Kenneth B. Mehlman, George Schaeffer, Lenny Sands, Ambassador Mark D. Wallace, and Dr. Herbert Wertheim have all joined the Board of the Fund.” (Board In Formation)
Senator Norm Coleman said, “I am honored to stand in support of ARCHER at House 88 and its mission to confront antisemitism and extremism head-on. Converting the former Auschwitz Commandant’s residence into a global center for education and advocacy sends a resounding message: antisemitism, extremism, and hate will never prevail, and we are committed to building a future defined by tolerance and understanding.”
Businessman Kenneth B. Mehlman said, “Never Again must be more than a slogan. It requires active engagement, education, and vigilance. ARCHER at House 88 will honor Auschwitz’s victims by educating, engaging, and warning future generations about the evils of genocidal hatred.”
The ARCHER initiative is now actively seeking additional support to expand its programs, including:
A fellowship program for leading scholars focused on extremism research
Educational programs for policymakers, educators, and the public
Policy advocacy implementing actionable strategies to combat hate
About Elliott Broidy
Elliott Broidy is an entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist with a career spanning four decades. As Chairman and CEO of Broidy Capital Holdings, he has invested in over 160 companies across multiple industries. Since 9/11, his investments have focused on companies in the public safety and national security sectors. Through his philanthropic efforts, he has supported numerous organizations dedicated to countering hate and extremism, including The Simon Wiesenthal Center-Museum of Tolerance, The Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (CELL), the George Washington University Program on Extremism, and StandWithUs.
About Dr. Thomas Kaplan
Dr. Thomas Kaplan is a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and advocate for global education, cultural preservation, and the fight against extremism. As the former President and Chairman of New York’s 92nd Street Y, a world-renowned Jewish community and cultural center in New York, Dr. Kaplan has long supported initiatives that promote Jewish history and cultural awareness. He is also the founder of the Recanati-Kaplan Intelligence Fellows Program at Harvard’s Belfer Center and co-creator of a similar program at Yale’s Jackson School of Global Affairs, furthering advancements in intelligence and geopolitical strategy. Through his philanthropic work, Dr. Kaplan is committed to fostering education, historical preservation, and impactful global change.
About ARCHER at House 88
ARCHER at House 88 is a global research and education center dedicated to combating extremism, antisemitism, and hate. Established by the Counter Extremism Project (CEP) in collaboration with the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and UNESCO, the center serves as a hub for scholarly research, policy development, and public education.
About the Counter Extremism Project (CEP)
The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) is a nonprofit, non-partisan policy organization formed in 2014 to combat extremism by pressuring financial and material support networks; combating online recruitment and communications; and promoting progressive laws, policies, and, regulations.
Boca Raton, FL – Elliott Broidy, Founder and CEO with a focus on defense and public safety, joins in recognizing National Work and Family Month this October. The month offers a timely reminder of the essential balance between professional demands and personal commitments, which Broidy believes is fundamental for both long-term success and well-being.
“Working in high-stakes industries, it’s easy to become entirely absorbed by the demands of our careers,” Broidy shares. “Yet, it’s the strength, love, and support we receive from family that truly enables us to thrive. Our work and family lives should complement each other, not be sources of competition or tension.”
As of 2023, nearly 50% of married-couple families had both spouses working, underscoring the need for balanced priorities amid increasing demands. Studies reveal that workplace stress contributes to serious health issues, making it crucial to recognize the importance of well-being for sustainable success.
Broidy encourages his colleagues, fellow business leaders, and entrepreneurs to reflect on their own work-life balance this month, urging them to adopt effective time management practices that allow for meaningful time with family without compromising career aspirations.
“Through mindful time management and an emphasis on strong family connections, we can bring our best selves to work and to life,” Broidy adds. “National Work and Family Month serves as a valuable reminder that success in our careers and personal lives should go hand in hand.”
Miami, FL – July 25, 2024 – Elliott Broidy, Founder and CEO, long dedicated to strengthening public safety and security through his work in defense and homeland security sectors, celebrates National Hire A Veteran Day by highlighting the invaluable skills veterans bring to the civilian workforce. This day serves as a powerful reminder of veterans’ dedication, sacrifice, and the unique strengths they offer to employers across all industries.
National Hire A Veteran Day, observed each July 25 since its establishment in 2017 by Marine Corps veteran Dan Caporale, is a call to action for businesses nationwide to prioritize veteran hiring.
“To all veterans, I express my deepest gratitude for your service, sacrifice, and courage,” said Broidy. “It’s our duty to support you in return, by acknowledging the exceptional qualities you bring to any organization. Veterans contribute unmatched discipline, adaptability, and problem-solving skills that align seamlessly with the demands of any team and mission.”
Each year, approximately 200,000 servicemembers transition from military to civilian life. By hiring veterans, businesses not only recognize their sacrifices but also enrich their teams with diverse perspectives and a dedication to excellence.
“On this National Hire A Veteran Day, I urge my colleagues and leaders across sectors to recognize the immense value veterans bring to our organizations,” Broidy adds. “Providing opportunities for veterans to thrive post-service is not only a responsibility but a privilege that strengthens our workforce and honors their contributions to our country.”
