David Myers
UCLA historian and prominent figure in the field of Jewish studies. Known for his scholarship and public commentary on Israeli and American public policy.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 33min
David Myers and Andrew Koss on Whether Jewish Studies Has Turned against the Jews: Has the field lost its way, and can it recover?
Andrew Koss, a Mosaic colleague and author of "Jewish Studies Against the Jews," shares his concerns about anti-Jewish activism and the responses from Jewish studies professors. He engages in a thought-provoking dialogue with David Myers, a prominent UCLA historian known for his insightful commentary on public policy. Together, they explore the challenges within Jewish studies, the tensions between particularism and universalism, and the role of scholars in addressing rising anti-Semitism on campuses, all while challenging the future and relevance of the field.
Mar 19, 2025 • 43min
Trump and the Universities: Submission and Resistance | Start Making Sense
David Cole, former National Legal Director of the ACLU, and David Myers, a distinguished professor at UCLA, dive into the tension between the Trump administration and American universities. They discuss the alarming funding cuts aimed at enforcing compliance on social issues. The arrest of Palestinian student activist Mahmoud Khalil raises critical questions on free speech and the implications for Jewish students. The conversation also touches on the historical parallels to McCarthyism and the need for universities to defend inclusivity and resist authoritarian pressures.
