There were a number of reasons why the Jews were chosen as scapegoats. First, they were a visible minority, and their distinct appearance made them easy to identify. Second, Jews had a long history of being persecuted in Europe, and this made them an easy target for blame. Third, the Nazis were able to exploit the anti-Semitism that already existed in Germany.
The Nazis used propaganda to spread their anti-Semitic message and to build public support for their policies. Propaganda posters, films, and speeches all portrayed Jews in a negative light. The Nazis also encouraged violence against Jews, and this violence was tolerated or even encouraged by the government.
As a result of the Nazis' propaganda and violence, Jews were blamed for a variety of hardships that Germans were experiencing during Hitler's reign. These hardships included:
* The economic crisis of the 1930s
* The defeat of Germany in World War I
* The rise of communism
* The social and cultural changes that were taking place in Germany
By blaming Jews for these problems, the Nazis were able to consolidate their power and to achieve their goal of creating a "racially pure" Germany.