A Fifth of Young Americans Think the ‘Holocaust Is a Myth’, Poll Finds

A disturbing new poll reveals that a significant portion of young Americans harbor dangerous misconceptions about the Holocaust.

According to a survey conducted by The Economist/YouGov, one in five Americans between the ages of 18 and 29 believe that the Holocaust is a myth.

The poll, which took place from December 2 to December 5 and included 1,500 U.S. adults, covered a range of topics including abortion policy, attitudes towards Israel, and antisemitism.

When respondents were asked to evaluate the statement that "the Holocaust is a myth," only 7% of the total respondents agreed. However, among the 207 respondents in the 18-29 age group, that figure nearly tripled to 20%.

Within the 18-29 age bracket, only 51% of respondents disagreed with the statement, while the remaining respondents neither agreed nor disagreed. These alarming results highlight a concerning lack of knowledge and awareness about one of the most horrific events in human history.

The poll was conducted against the backdrop of rising antisemitism, fueled in part by the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas terrorists. College campuses have become hotbeds for anti-Israel sentiment, contributing to the spreading of misinformation and the distortion of historical facts.

The war between Israel and Hamas began on October 7, with Hamas launching a brutal surprise barbaric attack on Israeli citizens as they slept.

The conflict resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,200 people, with another 240 taken hostage and numerous atrocities committed against civilians.

According to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry, more than 17,400 people have been killed in the territory since the beginning of the war. It is important to note that the ministry does not differentiate between civilian and militant deaths but has stated that the majority of those killed are women and children.

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The survey further indicated that 31% of young respondents believe that "Israel has too much power over global affairs," and 28% think that "Jews have too much power in America." Among the overall respondents, 19% and 16%, respectively, agreed with these statements.

These results are deeply concerning and highlight the urgent need for education and awareness about the Holocaust and the history of antisemitism.