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The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad
My Chat with Israeli Professor Shai Davidai - Facing the Mob for Speaking Up (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_644)
Feb 12, 2024
Israeli Professor Shai Davidai discusses regret, decision-making, silencing, anti-Semitism, free speech, hateful comments, productivity, and support in academia.
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- Addressing the glorification of violence and normalization of anti-Semitic rhetoric on university campuses is crucial in the fight against anti-Semitism.
- Differentiating between extremists and the majority within progressive ideologies, far-right extremism, and fundamentalist religious views is essential in combating both anti-Semitism and Islamophobia.
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Speaking out against hatred and supporting victims
In this podcast episode, Professor Shah Davi Dai discusses his experience of speaking out against hatred and supporting the victims in the aftermath of the October 7th massacre in Israel. He highlights the need to address the glorification of violence and the normalization of anti-Semitic rhetoric on university campuses. Professor Dai emphasizes the importance of authenticity and standing up for what is right, even in the face of criticism and personal attacks. He shares his concerns about the lack of support from some colleagues and the impact of silencing campaigns on academic freedom. Despite the challenges, he remains determined to fight against injustice and raise awareness about anti-Semitism.
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