Politics and the AHA: A Historical Divide

This chapter explores the American Historical Association's selective engagement with political issues, particularly focusing on the contrasting responses to the Palestine exception compared to other international crises. The discussion highlights the formation of coalitions like Historians for Peace and Democracy, advocating for internal democracy within the AHA in light of recent controversies. It also critiques the inadequate scholarly defenses regarding contemporary political criticisms, emphasizing the need for historians to tackle current issues with stronger arguments.