Neville Chamberlain expressed his views on the persecution of German Jews in a private letter, suggesting that it stemmed from two main motivations: a financial desire to exploit the Jews and a jealousy of their intelligence and capabilities. This indicates a recognition of the underlying social and economic tensions that fueled anti-Semitism during this period.

He acknowledged that public sentiment towards Jews was not entirely positive, including his own feelings, yet he argued that such sentiments alone could not justify the brutal violence of the Pogrom. His reflections reveal a complex understanding of the factors driving the persecution, highlighting both societal prejudices and economic motivations.