Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut, who succeeded Joe Lieberman, has drawn concern from the state's Jewish community due to his increasingly antagonistic stance toward Israel and a perceived diminished alarm over rising antisemitism. This shift has unfolded more than 18 months after the October 7 attacks, despite Murphy's earlier pledge to support Israel. His repositioning toward the Democratic Party's left wing coincides with his efforts to become a prominent voice opposing former President Donald Trump's policies. While Murphy collaborates in some areas with his Jewish constituents, many view his approach to Israel as a betrayal and express apprehension as he gains influence within the party. Separately, in Canada, there has been a noted rise in antisemitism following the October 7 attacks, with discourse shifting toward efforts to silence initiatives aimed at protecting Jewish communities, highlighting a different form of societal silence compared to historical precedents.