Tag: Pro Israel Activism

The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) in New York have been embroiled in controversy for promoting an event that drew backlash for glorifying violence against Israel and spreading antisemitic messages.
Rep. Ritchie Torres criticized a secret Israeli government campaign aimed at influencing Black Democratic U.S. lawmakers, calling it embarrassing and racist.
The article highlights the rise of antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment on U.S. college campuses post-Oct.
In response to the rise in campus antisemitism, there is a call to combat it more effectively by understanding the well-funded anti-Israel forces at play.
Ritchie Torres, a congressman from the Bronx, has sparked controversy for his staunch pro-Israel stance amidst growing criticism of Israel's actions.
Shai Davidai, an Israeli assistant professor at Columbia University, who has been critical of the university's response to campus antisemitism, has revealed that he is now under investigation by the university's Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action.
David Draiman, the Jewish frontman of heavy metal band Disturbed, raised over $29,000 through a fundraiser to provide private security for Matisyahu, the Jewish reggae singer, after he faced cancellations of his shows due to pro-Palestinian protests.
A Jewish student in Berlin, Lahav Shapira, was attacked and seriously injured in a bar, with his family alleging it was a hate crime.
Paul Kessler, a 69-year-old man from Scranton, Pennsylvania, died after an altercation with a pro-Palestinian protester in Thousand Oaks, California.
Hillel Montreal's integration into Federation CJA's GenMTL program led to some challenges, with students feeling alienated due to a perceived focus on pro-Israel activism at the expense of other aspects of Jewish campus life.
This episode of Unorthodox features interviews with Israeli actress and activist Noa Tishby, who discusses her book "Israel: a Simple Guide to the Most Misunderstood Country on Earth" and her experiences in bringing the Israeli show In Treatment to American audiences.
Deborah E. Lipstadt's book "The Fire Now" delves into the pressing issue of contemporary anti-Semitism, drawing on her experiences and interactions with fictional characters to explore the manifestations of this hatred from both the Right and the Left.