Community outraged after California high schoolers form a human swastika

The GuardianMonday, December 8, 2025 at 9:58:55 PM
Community outraged after California high schoolers form a human swastika
  • A photo surfaced showing eight students at Branham High School in San Jose, California, lying in the shape of a swastika on a football field, accompanied by an antisemitic quote from Adolf Hitler. The image was posted on social media on December 3 and quickly drew widespread condemnation from the Bay Area Jewish community.
  • This incident has sparked outrage and concern among local residents and advocacy groups, highlighting the ongoing issues of antisemitism and hate speech in educational environments. The swift removal of the post by Instagram indicates the seriousness with which social media platforms are treating such content.
  • The formation of a human swastika reflects a troubling trend of rising hate symbols and rhetoric in schools, prompting discussions about the need for better education on tolerance and the historical implications of such symbols. The incident has reignited debates on how communities can effectively address and combat hate in various forms.
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