Local religious leaders speak out against anti-semitism at City Hall

Mayor Lauren Poe calls on a crowd of 30 people to denounce hate speech and anti-semitism Tuesday afternoon outside of City Hall. When one person is harmed, it takes a toll on everyone, he said.

Emily Westerholm, the founder and executive director of Released Reentry, recites a poem at an Open Mic Poetry Nights event at Released Reentry in Gainesville, Fla., on June 10, 2026.

Brandy Sumner

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By Brandy Sumner | 10:49am

Emily Westerholm, the founder and executive director of Released Reentry, recites a poem at an Open Mic Poetry Nights event at Released Reentry in Gainesville, Fla., on June 10, 2026.

Sonaiya Brown

UF Board of Trustees

By Sonaiya Brown | 7:23am

The UF Board of Trustees votes on presidential finalist Stuart Bell during a board meeting at the university, Wednesday, June 10, 2026.

Amongst exacerbating decisions by the current administration the local hispanic community along with immigration lawyers reflect on the decision by some members to vote for Trump.

Anenaa Kumar

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By Anenaa Kumar | June 11

Amongst exacerbating decisions by the current administration the local hispanic community along with immigration lawyers reflect on the decision by some members to vote for Trump.

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