Who is Barry Young? Employee at Sherwin Williams antisemitic signage and wearing a swastika armband in front of a Synagogue

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Barry Young, identified as a member of the 'Goyim Defense League,' engaged in antisemitic activities outside a synagogue
Sherwin Williams employee, Young's association with the group raises concerns about the infiltration of such ideologies in various sectors
This incident mirrors a global surge in antisemitic incidents since the October 7 Hamas attack

Written By:Rohit Yadav

Updated: November 25 2023 09:58:33 PM ET

In Dallas, Texas, an incident unfolded as one of the individuals involved in antisemitic activities outside a synagogue has been identified as Barry Young, a 25-year-old resident of Plano, Texas. The shocking display included Young holding antisemitic signage and wearing a swastika armband. Identified as a member of the ‘Goyim Defense League’ (GDL), Young operates on GAB under the screen name ‘Baby Face.’

Dallas, TX – one of the males seen today holding up antisemitic signage & wearing a swastika armband in front of a Synagogue has been identified as Barry Young, 25, of Plano Texas.

Young appears to be member of the 'Goyim Defense Legue' (GDL) and operates on GAB under the screen… pic.twitter.com/LFW0KCj7dK
— StopAntisemitism (@StopAntisemites) November 26, 2023

Who is Barry Young?

Barry Young, a graduate of Texas State University, has ties to Sherwin Williams, as indicated by his LinkedIn profile. His employment history includes a position as a Salesperson at Sherwin Williams. Notably, Young also interned at a political consulting firm, Macias Strategies, where he organized, fact-checked, and edited web pages, collected information using internet databases, and interacted with clients and volunteers.

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The incident comes amid a concerning surge in antisemitic incidents globally. In the United States, there has been a 400% increase in such incidents since the October 7 Hamas attack, according to the Anti-Defamation League. France has witnessed 1,040 incidents of antisemitism since October 7, prompting Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin to express alarm over the sharp rise. Meanwhile, the UK has reported a 324% increase in hate crimes against Jews following the Hamas attacks.

This surge in antisemitism has not spared educational institutions, with a worrying trend observed on campuses in the US and Canada. The rise in threats and violence has raised concerns, leading the Israeli government to advise citizens against unnecessary travel abroad, urging caution and a discreet approach to displaying Israeli and Jewish symbols.

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The incident involving Barry Young is a stark reminder of the broader challenge of rising antisemitism globally, emphasizing the need for continued efforts to combat hatred and promote tolerance.