On Sunday, hundreds of Jewish leaders and New York politicians gathered for the annual Israel Day Parade, voicing their unwavering support for Israel amidst increasing anti-Israel rhetoric in U.S. elections. New York Governor Kathy Hochul highlighted this commitment by signing a law that establishes a 50-foot security buffer zone around houses of worship to protect them from protests that could lead to antisemitism. During the pre-parade event, Rep. Dan Goldman expressed pride in being a Zionist, while Attorney General Letitia James affirmed that antisemitism would not be tolerated in the state. Lawler criticized antisemitism from both political sides, calling for accountability. However, the absence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani drew sharp criticism from Jewish leaders, including Eric Goldstein, who condemned the mayor's pattern of anti-Israel rhetoric. The parade organizers emphasized the importance of those who attended, reinforcing their connection to Israel as they marched down Fifth Avenue, underscoring the community's resilience against rising antisemitism.