Tag: Islamophobia

Senators Cotton and Risch are critical of the Biden administration for apparent delays in delivering American weaponry to Israel, despite their support for the aid package signed by President Biden.
Labour is projected for a significant victory in the upcoming election, with potential challenges from Jewish voters.
Campus protests concerning Israel/Palestine have unfolded at universities nationwide, involving Gaza Solidarity Encampments, student arrests, clashes with administrations, and incidents of antisemitism and islamophobia.
Pro-Palestinian protesters at MIT retook an encampment following disputes about divestment from Israel.
The text discusses instances of anti-Israel protests on university campuses, highlighting support for Hamas, calls for Palestinian scholarships and jobs, and violent demonstrations, with some protesters affiliated with extremist groups.
The text discusses the author's Islamophobic views, citing experiences of Palestinian terrorism rooted in Islamic fundamentalism and the history of conflicts involving Israel and Palestine.
Gideon Falter, CEO of the Campaign Against Antisemitism, faced discrimination by the police in London for being openly Jewish during a pro-Palestinian march, highlighting the lack of protection for Jews in such situations.
In October 2023, Paul Finlayson, a non-Jewish business instructor, was suspended from the University of Guelph-Humber following pro-Israel comments he made on LinkedIn criticizing Hamas.
A recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Center reveals that most Americans, including almost 90% of American Jews, believe that antisemitism has increased since October 7.
The author discusses how the concept of Islamophobia is being exploited by Islamists to stifle debate and criticism of Islam and its extremist elements under the guise of combating racism.
Melanie Phillips discusses the repercussions of George Galloway's election in Rochdale and the broader implications it holds.
Title VI complaints related to antisemitism and Islamophobia on campuses have surged, with the Department of Education opening 74 cases since October 7.
The text focuses on the argument that Joe Biden's Democratic Party may lose the upcoming presidential election due to its perceived failure to uphold American values and adequately support Israel.
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the Ram Mandir, a massive new temple built on the site where the Babri Masjid mosque stood until it was violently destroyed by Hindu nationalists in 1992.
Jewish French-Moroccan journalist Ruth Elkrief, known for her long career in TV news in France, faced heightened scrutiny after being put under police protection due to an online attack from far-left politician Jean-Luc Mlenchon, who accused her of Islamophobia following an interview about the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Northwestern University is facing a federal investigation into its handling of antisemitism while also receiving criticism for its newly formed antisemitism task force.
In this interview, Laziza Dalil discusses her work in promoting Moroccan Jewish heritage and interfaith dialogue.
New York City's public school system has announced new initiatives to combat antisemitism and Islamophobia.
The Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom, a Jewish-Muslim solidarity group, is facing challenges and divisions.
David Banks, the chancellor of New York City Public Schools, has outlined a plan to combat antisemitism and Islamophobia in response to an increase in discrimination and hate crimes against Jewish and Muslim students.
Dean Obeidallah and Max Brooks discuss the experiences of Arab and Muslim Americans after 9/11 and assimilated Jews in the wake of the October 7 attack on Israel and increased antisemitism.
The article discusses the issue of Islamophobia and argues that there are rational reasons to be fearful of Islam and Muslims due to their geopolitical influence and the presence of terrorism.
Dr. Zeina Barakat, a Jerusalem-born Palestinian scholar, expresses her distress about the recent violence in Gaza and calls for a peaceful and diplomatic solution.
San Diego State University (SDSU) is now under investigation for Islamophobia after an email sent by the university's president expressing support for students following Hamas attacks in Israel on October 7.
Amira Mohammed and Ibrahim Abu Ahmad, two Palestinian Israeli peace activists, host the popular podcast Unapologetic: The Third Narrative.