<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Where did the concept of Jews being stingy come from?
<|assistant|>
The concept of Jews being stingy originated in the Middle Ages, and became pervasive in popular culture and discourse. This stereotype was used to justify anti-semitic policies and rhetoric, as well as economic practices that preyed upon Jewish communities. In modern times, this stereotype has been repeatedly demonstrated to be false and yet the idea persists.