E223 - Columbia, Trump, and the Palestine Exception w/ Rashid Khalidi
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Academic Freedom vs. Antisemitism: The Columbia Controversy
This chapter explores the implications of the agreements between Columbia University and the Trump administration regarding definitions of antisemitism. It critiques the impact on academic freedom, as faculty face repercussions for their criticisms of Israel, while highlighting generational shifts in public opinion about Israel’s actions. The discussion raises concerns about donor influence and the integrity of scholarship within the university environment.
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