On Monday, the Harvard Faculty and Staff for Justice in Palestine apologized for an image posted that "likened Zionism to an imperial project," and was condemned by Jewish groups and administrators.
A new survey of nearly 2,000 BBYO participants across North America found that 64% said antisemitism on campus was an important factor in their decision regarding where to attend college.
In a statement, Harvard said it's unfortunate that the Committee has chosen to issue a subpoena given the breadth and extensive nature of the information Harvard has provided to the Committee.
The subpoenas demanded that Garber and the other university officials appear before the committee to produce the documents on March 4.
A pro-Palestinian group had held what it called an “emergency action for Rafah”, taking over a campus building without permits to condemn Israel’s planned invasion of Rafah.
While it is essential to press universities to condemn any antisemitic activity and ensure a safe space for Jewish and Israeli students, it doesn’t mean we are incapable of addressing opposing views.
A group alleges students have been harassed while attending pro-Palestinian vigils and working student jobs, assaulted while walking to campus libraries, and stalked by classmates.
Harvard must submit missing documentation by 5 p.m. on Feb. 14, according to the letter, or the "Committee will proceed with compulsory process."
It seems that Harvard University’s leaders require remedial education in responding to Jew-hatred. So, let’s begin.
Pro-democracy forces prevailed in the United States in 2020 and 2022, the authors acknowledge. But just barely.
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