I want you to have an online discussion about the Nuremberg Laws.
First: How did these laws influence the attitudes and actions of individuals living in Germany in the 1930’s?
Then: explain which law would have affected you the most. Why?
Respond to at least one other student.
Use your secret name and period.
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The start of the Nuremberg Laws attacked the Jewish population by starting out with a failed boycott attempt and eventually grew into banning Jews across Germany. The Nazis burned Jewish books, expelled them from universities, and exempt them from calling themselves German citizens. This made the Jewish people feel as if everything they have ever worked hard for was being taken away from them. Life was crumbling right in front of their eyes. These laws suffocated the Jewish people by literally taking away all their rights. Many of these Jewish citizens living in Germany once protected Germany in war, and this was how they were repaid. The harshest law that was enabled was when the Jewish people had there food rations reduced. This is almost setting the Jewish people up for the concentration camps. Hitler and the Nazis did not want to waste food on the Jews considering they already knew that the Jewish people were to die soon. This affected me greatly just knowing that people could be so cruel and to think they could just pick and choose who they wanted in their society.
During the time that the Nuremberg Laws were passed in Germany, Jews had almost all their rights violated. In their own country, they abruptly had their citizenship taken away from them, and dealt with harsh antisemitism in the atmosphere of Hitler's rule. I agree with vivian... all their hard work was reduced to nothing. These were not political enemies, they were citizens. And just like all the other German citizens, they owned businesses, attended college, published books, and served in the war to defend their country. However, unlike other German citizens, they were being targeted by the government with harsh discrimination as if they were some kind of enemy to the state.
Had I lived as a Jew in Germany at the time, all these laws would have affected me and my family a great deal. Jews of all professions and socioeconomic status would somehow have everything they've worked for taken away from them.
Personally, I would be very affected by having my right to attend college taken away from me. Being suddenly deprived of a chance to an education, profession, and means to support a family would be devastating.
I would definitely be most affected by the fear of what would come next. The Jews had all their rights taken away from them when they least expected it, and for no reason at all. They lived under a very powerful new government, and they had no way of turning to safety. The laws were set in stone, and they only became worse with time.
The beginning of the Nuremberg Laws that were passed in Germany, basically violated all of the Jews rights. They unexpectedly had their citizenship taken away, their books burned, and expelled from the universities they attended. I agree with Vivian in the fact that the Jews lives were crumpling right in front of their eyes and also the fact that the laws suffocated the Jewish people and literally tool all of the rights away from the Jews.
If I were to live as a Jew in Germany during that time my family would of been greatly affected. I would personally be affected, in the fact that, I would not be able to attend college. The fact that my education would of been taken away from me, I would be unable to have a profession, which would mean that I could not make enough money to support a family, let alone myself. The overall problem that would of affected me the most, like Situation said would be the fear of what to come next. To me, not knowing what to expect next in life and having no way to turn to safety, would ultimately make this the worse and most hardest struggle to overcome.
The Nuremberg Laws that were put in place in the 1930's had a devastating effect on the Jewish people. It was Hilter's goal to dehumanize the Jewish people and strip them of their identity. He used the Nuremberg Laws to take away the five basic needs of life, which are physiological needs, safety needs, social needs, esteem needs, and self-actualization. These laws also influenced the attitudes and actions of non-Jewish citizens of Germany. Relations between Jews and Germans were forbidden. People that had fought together to protect their country, worked together, and socialized together were now forbidden to do so, or else face the consequences.
I agree with 2Situation, because these laws would have affected me and my family a great deal if we were Jewish and lived in Germany at that time.
The law that would devastate me would be the one forbidding me to attend college. I look forward to going to college to further my education and pursue my dreams.
I think these laws have influenced the attitudes and actions of individuals living in Germany in the 1930’s, because many things were being taken away from the people and the people did not have many choices at all during this time. Some examples were: books were burned, food was taken away, and people were put into concentration camps.
Jews must now attend Jewish Schools would have affected me the most, because there may not be a Jewish school nearby or I may not want to be forced to attend a school only full of Jews. I like to be diverse and I try to have friends that are from all over and not just strictly from one religion. I also agree with what 2Domino is saying, because wanting to go to college is something I am looking forward to as well. If I am not allowed to go I would be thinking I am going to high school for no reason except to earn my diploma. Also, 2Despicable is making a great point. The fact that if I was not allowed to attend college, would affect me and my family in many manners. I would then not be allowed to further continue with my education and have a family of my own.
These laws influenced the attitudes and actions of individuals living in Germany in the 1930's because through these laws, the Jews had no rights. They couldn't own shops without being boycotted, they couldn't write books without them being burned, and they couldn't even attend universities. Because of these laws, life for Jewish people was extremely hard. Doing everyday things would be a struggle for them, and it is very unfortunate what they all had to go through, especially when concentration camps came into effect.
The law that would have affected me the most would probably be one one that states that Jews could not attend a university. This would be hard for me because of the fact that I believe that colleges and universities are where you go to succeed in life and to prepare you for your life ahead. It teaches you skills for jobs, but it also teaches you how to live on your own.
Also, I agree with 2 Situation when they said that the Jews had all their rights taken away from them when they least expected it, and for no reason at all. Unfortunately, the jews had to live under a very powerful new government. When the laws were set in stone, situations only became worse with time and problems increased greatly.
I agree with what 2Domino said about the dehumanization of Jews in Germany. The Nuremberg Laws allowed for justified racism/prejudice that was very difficult to stop and German's living in the time of these laws probably felt manipulated into believing that Jews were the enemy. At this point Jews were left to fend for themselves without any allies, and had to live according to the laws of people that hated them.
I agree with Vivian about the law restricting Jewish food rations. I think it would be heartbreaking to see my family hungry and not be able to provide for them. Although the inability to go to college would have greatly upset me, the food and living restrictions must have made Jews feel like animals. To take away such basic needs is cruel and, like Vivian said, was probably preparation for the torture they would endure in later years.
The Nuremberg Laws were enforced for the sole purpose of dehumanizing and humiliating the Jews in Germany. Hitler has a radical and misled notion that Jews were inhuman and poisonous to the societal system in Germany, and in Europe all together. The laws progressed as the months went on, becoming more harsh and limiting to the Jews. The Jewish community did not rebel or attempt to fight back, and they most likely would have failed if they had tried. The affect of the Nuremberg laws extended far beyond the Just the laws themselves. They were so negatively impacting that they had difficulty managing day to day and they inner struggles they endured were harsh and damaging. They became an isolated people and withdrew from all social interaction.
I agree with 2snookie that that the prohibition of Jews attending college would affect me the most. Being a Jew, I could not imagine myself working in school for 12 years and being rejected from a university of my dreams solely based on my religion. The government has no right to implement policies for private educational institutions.
These laws influenced the actions and attitudes of individuals living in Germany in the 1930's only if you were Jewish. Jews were stripped of their rights and like Domino and Lila said, dehumanized them. Jews were looked down upon and the Nuremburg laws allowed extreme racism. It can be compared to what whites thought about black earlier on in the century. They were looked down on and blamed for everything. Jewish people had no power and couldn't do anything to change that.
If I was a Jew in the 1930's in Germany then I wouldn't stand for it. Even if I were on my own they would have to kill me to keep from stating my opinon or revolting. Just like they would have to do if I was alive in the early 1900's. Those laws wouldn't prevent me from anything.
Jews were discriminated against and they didn't have a choice but to deal with it. The Germans agreed with Hitler because he was a strong leader and that's what they needed. They weren't going to revolt against him and risk living in a unstable government again. Jewish people weren't aloud to do anything and couldn't stand up for themselves because they were constantly watched.
If I lived in Germany at the time and was Jewish then I wouldn't be able to provide for my family or myself, let alone be sure that when I walked out my door, I would be safe. No where was safe. I agree with Vivian about providing food. It would be embarrassing.
Throughout the rise of Nazi leader Adolf HItler, many changes occurred that had a severe impact on the lives of many citizens within Germany. The many changes focused mainly on Hitlers idea of a pure society and "super race" that would restore Germany to its former power and respectability before the humiliating Treaty of Versailles. Hitler pointed his extreme changes at the "aliens" of Germany such as the communists and jews. Laws such as boycotting Jewish businesses and forcing jews to give up everyday luxuries such as pets, transportation, magazines, newspapers, and even the use of phones. The Nuremberg laws appealed to many German citizens who were not part of the group being discriminated against as it was believed Hitler was fixing Germany and eliminating the problems of the country. The people of Germany needed a leader and a stable government and Hitler was offering this to the people.
If I were a Jewish citizen of Germany while Hitler was imposing all these new laws that I must follow, the one that would probably affect me the most is the simple human rights being taken away from me. The right to work, the right to lawful citizenship, the right to attend school, and right to utilize transportation are all important rights that are being taken away. Like many, I would angered but helpless to prevent this radical takeover. I agree with Little Disney in the fact that it would be very difficult for me to withhold my opinions on such unfair and unjust actions taking place around me.
The Nuremberg laws had a large affect over all of Germany but they were focused on the Jews. These unthinkable laws were designed to take away almost all rights from the Jews is Germany. These laws established curfews, gave food rations, restricted business and diminished almost all rights of a Jew living in Germany. It's almost impossible to actually imagine how it would feel to be a Jew living in Germany at that time. The law that I would have been most affected by, would have probably been the law that restricted Jewish teenagers to attend schools and universities. This law that would have disallowed me to continue my education and go to school would have made me extremely angry and upset. I can't imagine having that taken away even when I am dreading school. I agree with Vivian that it's crazy to think that people could even be so cruel to impose the laws and abide by them. These basic rights seem so unimportant and insignificant to us today because we can't imagine life without them, but to the Jews in the 1930s they must have been incredibly grateful for the few rights they had left.
The Nuremberg Laws attacked Jewish population in Germany by starting out with a boycott of Jewish businesses that eventually grew into taking away Jews rights across Germany. The Nuremberg laws established curfews, food rations, banned Jews from universities, banned Jewish Newspapers, caused book burnings and restricted Jewish business in Germany.
The law that I would have been most affected by, would have been the law that restricted Jews to attend schools and universities. This law that would have prevented me from my education and my ability to live and work in German, or any other society.
I agree with 2snookie that that the law of Jews not being allowed to attend universities would affect me the most. I would never believe that in modern times, someone would not be allowed an education because of their religion.
German's already weren't very fond of the Jewish people in Germany. These laws influenced them because they needed a strong form of government during these tough times. Also, the Jews had no chance to stand up for themselves because of the fatal attraction that Hitler had to the public. I think the law that would affect me the most is that they would take away my citizenship. I couldn't even imagine not being a citizen in the country I was born in and grew up in. I also agree with the situation because they took away all of their rights when they least expected it. They could do nothing to prevent anything due to the situation happening in Germany at the time.
The nuremberg laws influenced the attitudes of germany by having the nazis in power and letting them take control witch puts the nuremburg laws in action
The nuremberg law that affected me the most was Nov.12 1938 when all jews were expelled from school and they had to attend only jewish schools. This is how the blacks were treated and they had to be segragted from whites. and they didnt have a good/clear understanding about schools. This is not right everyone should be exposed to a better learning and have the oppertunity to get taught. this law automatically seperates jews from others witch isnt right. i agree with 2snookie because college does prepare you for life after school. it also puts you on the right path and with jews being limited to this right to attend schools already puts them at a short end of the stick.
Once the Nuremberg Laws were passed, Jews basically lost all of their rights as citizens. Jews were taken out of universities, Jewish books were burned, Jews could not use the state hospitals, and Jews could not marry non-Jews. Life became much more difficult in Germany for anyone who was identified as Jewish. The German Jewish population was isolated from society and was discriminated against by their country.
If I were living in Germany at this time, the law regarding Jewish women under 45 and labor would affect me. I would not be able to find a successful job. I also agree with 2snookie that Jewish students could not attend universities would also affect me. It would be very difficult to one day have a job and attend a school and the next day, not have either just because of my background and religion. I also agree with Bella that these rights don’t seem important to us now because we don’t know how it feels to have those rights taken away.
The Nuremberg Laws had a large impact on the Jewish population in Germany. It restricted the rights and freedoms of the Jewish people. It did not have a large impact on the nonjewish "german citizens." Specifically it made the marrage between Jews and German Citizens illegal. Similar to the way it was illegal for whites and black to marry in the United States. The law that would have had a large impact on me is the one that said that Jews could not have phones. Even though phones were not a big part of society back then, I do not know what I would do without it. In response to what 2 Orange said, I also agree that the law against Jews not being able to have an education would have affected me. It is hard to think that a government would take a persons education away because they disagreed with their religious beliefs.
The nuremburg laws had a great impact on the jewish community. These laws influenced the German race who wasn't Jewish big time. Since they wanted such a strong society where they all were the same and that is what motivated and pushed for them to go through with these laws. The law that affected me the most was nov 11 where Jews cannot own or bear arms. If I had my family i would never be able to protect them in any way or shape or form. That law is what I thought would hurt my family. I also agree with Bella because these laws actually don't affect us now because we arent living in Germany and we aren't living in that time period. So I'm sure it'd be horrible at the time and we can't see how it feels to have our rights taken away.
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