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Harvard Sued by Students for Antisemitism | Saturday Extra
Jan 20, 2024
Shabbos Kestenbaum, a Harvard graduate student, shares his firsthand experiences in a brave lawsuit against the university for neglecting to protect Jewish students from rising antisemitism. He discusses unsettling incidents on campus, especially following an attack on Israel, which have highlighted the need for better safety measures. The conversation also touches on the implications of DEI programs and systemic issues contributing to this troubling trend. Kestenbaum's pursuit of justice reveals deep-rooted concerns about discrimination and campus culture.
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- Harvard is being sued by students for failing to protect them from antisemitism, highlighting the serious and fundamental issues related to anti-Semitism on campus.
- The lawsuit alleges that Harvard has implemented a double standard, addressing and punishing incidents of discrimination differently and creating an environment where acts of anti-Semitism are not promptly condemned or met with disciplinary action.
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Discrimination and Failure to Protect Jewish Students
A group of Harvard students are suing the university, claiming discrimination and a failure to protect Jewish students. The lawsuit alleges that Harvard has serious and fundamental issues related to anti-Semitism. Instances of anti-Semitism on campus include student groups blaming Jews for their own murder, students calling for the globalizing of the Intifada, and posting on social media in support of terrorist organizations. The students argue that Harvard has not taken appropriate action to condemn these instances of anti-Semitism or protect Jewish students.
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