FDD Events Podcast FDD Morning Brief | feat. Brandy Shufutinsky (May 23)
May 23, 2025
Brandy Shufutinsky, Director of FDD's new education and national security program, delves into the troubling rise of foreign influence in the U.S. education system. She discusses the impact of anti-American and anti-Jewish rhetoric in K-12 schools and the urgent need for accountability in education. The conversation highlights risks from external financial influences and the importance of transparency. Shufutinsky also examines how recent geopolitical tensions affect educational integrity, emphasizing the intricate relationship between education and national security.
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Tragic Consequence of Radical Rhetoric
- The murder of two young people at the Jewish Museum highlights the deadly consequences of radical rhetoric.
- This tragedy illustrates how hate speech can escalate into violent actions against targeted communities.
Hate Speech Leads to Violence
- Speech that plants hateful ideologies can escalate into violent acts if unchecked.
- Some officials misuse free speech protections to overlook dangerous dog whistle rhetoric.
Foreign Influence in Education System
- Foreign actors influence US education by funding unions, university departments, and community organizations.
- This foreign agenda penetrates from universities down to K-12 schools, shaping ideology and curriculum.