Antisemitism

Antisemitism is hostility towards or prejudice against the Jewish people. Since biblical times, Jews experienced periods in which they were persecuted for refusing to adopt the religion and culture of the ruling societies in which they lived. The rise of Christianity and perception of Jews as rejectors of Jesus led to a rise in antisemitism.

USC cancels graduation amid Israel protests, some Jewish students question their place on campus

The student said the increased attention on USC has made it difficult to focus on school, even as final exams are around the corner.

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA
27/04/2024

Yad Vashem Chairman to Columbia president: 'The time has come for you to take a stand'

Dayan implored Dr. Shafik to “lead with moral principles, not only with administrative regulations. Speak up.”

'Zionists don't deserve to live': Columbia University student rants in live instagram video

Early on Friday, Kymani James published a statement to their social media accounts saying that his comments were taken out of context in the clips that have been shared online.

'Your Jewish students cannot be sacrificed': Jewish leaders, students address universities

"If the university cannot be a place of learning, then what is the point? Universities across America must take action, and we are not asking asking for radical change," AJC President Deutch said.

Ritchie Torres, Mike Lawler introduce bill to create campus antisemitism monitors

The lawmakers named the bill the COLUMBIA (College Oversight and Legal Updates Mandating Bias Investigations and Accountability) Act.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
26/04/2024

Major UK anti-antisemitism march canceled over threats, policing concerns

Campaign Against Antisemitism accused the Metropolitan Police of enacting a double standard against Jewish protesters.

Jewish student seeks over $1 million from TMU for alleged antisemitism

The Plaintiff alleges the university led to a toxic, antisemitic learning and working environment and wrongfully dismissed her from employment at TMU.

Dutch rabbi considers appeal of dropping of charges against alleged attacker

Utrecht rabbi may appeal dropped charges against attacker in alleged antisemitic assault, citing concern over rising tensions.

Dueling lawsuits allege discrimination against Jews, Palestinians at Columbia

A lawsuit by Palestine Legal demands Columbia reverse students' suspensions, drop charges against them, expunge their records, and offer to pay for their psychotherapy.

26/04/2024

American universities: dueling lawsuits claim Title VI violations at Columbia

Encampments have spread to dozens of campuses across the US.

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