The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Day 649 - College heads, NYC comptroller on the mat over anti-Zionism
Jul 16, 2025
Luke Tress, New York correspondent, dives into the rising antisemitism and anti-Zionism on college campuses, discussing the scrutiny universities face from Congress. He highlights the fierce mayoral race in NYC, including candidate Zohran Mamdani’s controversial stance on Prime Minister Netanyahu. Tress also touches on the challenges facing Israel studies programs and dives into the intriguing history of a 100-year-old synagogue in the Adirondacks, showcasing the perseverance of Jewish culture in rural America.
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Political Pressure on Campuses
- Republican officials and congressional committees are applying persistent pressure on U.S. universities regarding anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism.
- This political scrutiny has led to settlements and policy changes at colleges like Barnard, as well as faculty departures like at Columbia.
Israeli Postdoc Sues Stanford
- An Israeli postdoctoral researcher sued Stanford University for alleged discrimination and mistreatment.
- Stanford denies the claims, but the case is part of broader legal action addressing campus anti-Semitism.
Israel Studies Face Complex Crisis
- Israel Studies programs in U.S. universities face a complex crisis, balancing a hostile campus climate with rich academic diversity.
- Inside classrooms, nuanced discussion continues despite external protests and social pressures.