Isolating Israel is not new, but of late, we are witness to a change in momentum.
The Coalition for Palestinian Liberation at Tufts (CPLT) had introduced four resolutions, but a motion calling on the Tufts Global Education Office to end study programs in Israel was rejected.
DIASPORA AFFAIRS: Though she said she does not know what will come next for America or for the Jewish people, Bari Weiss said the first step is to stand up to the lies against us.
The first-choice song, “October Rain,” was not approved by the EBU, reportedly because it contained a direct reference to Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
“The test of any government commitments in standing up for European Jewry is right now...so far, European governments are failing this test," said EJA chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin.
The student resolution resolved to cut financial ties with companies interacting with Israel and called on the Regents of the University of California to follow suit.
“Universities are places of dialogue, discussion, and development of culture and knowledge, based on the reference value of peace and dialogue between peoples to achieve it.”
The alumni have demanded monetary restitution for the costs of attending Harvard and damage to their reputation.
Alon Amir was slated to be a judge before the Estonian pre-Eurovision contest, a position he has held multiple times, but was rescinded the offer due to being Israeli
Amid a rise in antisemitism, Tucson venue cancels Jewish artist Matisyahu's planned performance, citing security concerns rather than antisemitism