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I would like the opportunity to address the "security concerns" Bell Bird Books has cited after capitulating to an online pressure campaign and canceling my book launch, because the security excuse does not align with what actually occurred. On July 23, I personally retained a private security firm at my own expense. This is a highly reputable company that provides security for local synagogues and high-profile individuals. No one asked me to do this. I did it because it was the responsible thing to do for myself, the bookstore, and every guest attending the event. On July 25, I notified the bookstore owner in writing that I had secured private security. Her response was: "Not worried at all and that sounds great." On July 26, during a phone call with the bookstore owner, I asked directly whether she had security concerns or had received threats. She told me no. The cancellation of my book launch on July 28th, could not have been about security. It’s because I’m an unapologetic Jewish voice and advocate for the safety and security of a sovereign nation and it provokes an online mob of hate. Had the bookstore requested additional security measures, I would have provided them but she never did. I raise this because it reflects a broader pattern playing out across the country. Organized online pressure campaigns specifically target Jewish authors, artists, musicians, and other creatives. Too many institutions and bookstores respond by capitulating to the intimidation, then cite "security concerns" after the fact to justify their decisions. When organized intimidation campaigns succeed, everyone loses - every community misses out. Open dialogue, an exchange of ideas, and intellectual diversity all suffer. I empathize with what this bookstore briefly experienced because it is precisely what the Jewish community has endured for years. It is one of the reasons I wrote this book. Public discourse cannot be dictated by online mobs, and we must not reward intimidation by yielding to the bullies. The solution is for institutions- including bookstores- to hold the line with the courage and fortitude to say no.

Alyssa Rosenheck

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