
Brian Lehrer Weekend: NYC Teachers & AI; Defining Antisemitism; 'Death & Taxes'
The Brian Lehrer Show
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Anti-Zionism and Anti-Semitism: A Complex Debate
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism, particularly through Columbia University's adoption of a contentious definition of anti-Semitism. It examines Project Esther, a Heritage Foundation initiative aimed at targeting the pro-Palestinian movement, and discusses the implications of federal funding linked to accusations of anti-Semitism within academic circles. The discourse highlights the generational divide over Israel and the ongoing battle between free expression and concerns of antisemitism in various spheres.
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