One of the most classical stereotypes of Jews is that they have a dispropor tionate influence in economic matters. As a consequence, they are often affixed with undeserved blame by those experiencing economic difficul ties. Utilizing recent data gathered in Germany, this paper tests an eco nomic explanation of antisemitism. A Linear Structural Relations (LISREL) analysis finds little support for an economic explanation of antisemitism. The especially strong impact of anti-foreign sentiment suggests that con temporary German antisemitism is largely a consequence of hostility to ward foreign cultures and immigrants. In part, the Jews have been replaced by others as direct targets of prejudice.
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