The Orthodox Union (OU) Advocacy Center again praised New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo for his �zero tolerance� of anti-Semitism. The governor reiterated this policy in response to the spate of anti-Semitic activities taking place within the Pine Bush School District.

�This state has a zero tolerance policy for any type of anti-Semitism. It will not be tolerated anywhere, anytime, in any manner, shape or form,� said Gov. Cuomo, speaking Sunday before an audience gathered at an OHEL dinner.

�As we said when Gov. Cuomo first called for an investigation into these outrageous activities within the Pine Bush School District, one instance of racist or anti-Semitic activity is one too many, but to have an anti-Semitic and racist culture seemingly entrenched within a school district is intolerable. We appreciate Gov. Cuomo�s clear response, his ongoing vigilance and his leadership on this issue. We believe that so-called �inbred prejudices� should not be tolerated or excused and hope that the governor�s investigation of the school district brings about a change most sorely needed,� said Jeff Leb, Director of NY State Political Affairs for OU Advocacy.

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