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Harvard expands its definition of antisemitism – when does criticism of Israel cross a line?

As part of Harvard University’s agreement in response to two federal lawsuits filed by Jewish students alleging antisemitic discrimination, it will adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance, or IHRA, “working definition” of antisemitism.

The Conversation

Yehuda Bauer, prominent Israeli Holocaust scholar, dies at 98

Yehuda Bauer, one of Israel’s foremost Holocaust scholars who shaped the way people around the world study and learn about the Holocaust, has died in Jerusalem

The Independent UK

Australian government won’t back public views of special envoys on antisemitism and Islamophobia

Exclusive: Documents obtained by Guardian Australia reveal ‘all communications’ will be solely attributed to special envoy

The Guardian - AU

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Australia has its first antisemitism special envoy, with an Islamophobia special envoy to follow. What will this mean?

The Albanese government has named Jewish lawyer and businesswoman Jillian Segal as the county’s first antisemitism special envoy. The appointment was made in response to rising incidents of violence against Jewish people against the backdrop of the Gaza war. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the government would also soon appoint…

The Conversation

Criticism of Israel is ‘not always’ antisemitic, Australia’s attorney general says

Mark Dreyfus tells National Press Club he is proud to be Jewish but he has observed ‘a shocking rise in antisemitism in Australia’

The Guardian - AU

"Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023" (Which Just Passed the House) Could Suppress First-Amendment-Protected Criticism of Israel

HR6090, which passed the House of Representatives Wednesday by a 320-91 vote, would provide, in relevant part, For purposes of this Act, the term "definition of antisemitism"— (1) means the definition of antisemitism adopted on May 26, 2016, by the IHRA [International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance], of which the United States…

Reason

Jewish groups slam "antisemitism" bill

Critics say the bill doesn't protect Jews, only "a tool for silencing the movement for Palestinian rights"

Salon

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US House passes controversial bill that expands definition of anti-Semitism

Rights groups warn that the definition could further chill freedom of speech as protests continue on college campuses.

Al Jazeera

Indiana Lawmakers Pass Bill Defining Antisemitism In Education Code

Indiana lawmakers pass bill defining antisemitism in education code after reaching compromise. Efforts reflect a collaborative approach to address antisemi...

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View from The Hill: as war rages in the Middle East, Australian parliamentarians try to promote understanding

In federal parliament, there are “friendship” groups for almost everything, from AUKUS to arthritis, and for many countries.

The Conversation

Israeli diplomat pressured US college to drop course on ‘apartheid’ debate

Consul Yuval Donio-Gideon objected to course at Bard College but president says institution ‘stood up for academic freedom’

The Guardian - US

Antisemitism definition used by UK universities leading to ‘unreasonable’ accusations

Report says IHRA definition has led to 40 cases against people and groups – of which 38 were cleared – and is stifling academic freedoms

The Guardian - UK

‘The Holocaust happened on British soil’: Inquiry into Nazi camps creates bitter divide on Alderney

An official investigation of claims that many more people than previously thought died during Nazi control of the Channel Island has pleased some, but dismayed others

The Guardian - UK

After 15 Years At YIVO’s Helm, Jonathan Brent Is Bullish On The Jewish Future

When a young man wanted to go study with a great rabbi in Poland-Lithuania, his father balked since there was no money for a train

Zenger

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U.S. Jewish Organizations Urge UN Ambassador To Embrace Antisemitism Definition

Eleven Jewish groups push for acceptance of IHRA definition, criticizing Biden administration's stance

Zenger

‌Jewish Nonprofit ‘The Workers Circle’ Exits Conference Of Presidents Citing Democracy Concerns ‌

‌Conference of Presidents disagreed with The Workers Circle's criticisms of the IHRA definition and Israel critique‌

Zenger

‌Progressive Jewish Nonprofit Exits Conference Of Presidents Citing Democracy Concerns ‌

Workers Circle cites failure to condemn erosion of democracy in Israel and attacks on democracy in the US

Zenger

Panama Adopts IHRA Definition Of Antisemitism In Fight Against Global Rise Of Hatred

Panama becomes the 42nd country to adopt the IHRA definition, setting an example for Latin America.

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UK Universities Urged To Adopt IHRA Definition Of Antisemitism

Parliament task force report recommends adoption to foster trust with Jewish students and staff

Zenger

US Jewish Groups Give Mixed Review Of White House Antisemitism Plan

Some of the leading Jewish and Zionist organizations from around the country offered a range of reactions to the new federal

Al Jazeera

US releases plan to combat anti-Semitism amid definition debate

Biden administration stops short of officially adopting IHRA anti-Semitism definition favoured by pro-Israel groups.

Zenger

Israel And Sweden Kick Off Diplomatic Relations Combating Antisemitism

Israel's Eli Cohen's visit to Sweden bolsters bilateral ties with the Swedish community as antisemitism rises.

Al Jazeera

Rights groups urge UN not to adopt IHRA anti-Semitism definition

A letter to UN secretary-general says the definition is often used to wrongly label criticism of Israel as anti-Semitic.

Crikey

Criticising the nation of Israel is justified. Demonising Jewish people is not

The Israeli government’s treatment of Palestinians is condemned by many Jews, and Crikey readers have no qualms about adding their voices.

Crikey

Does being anti-Israel mean you’re anti-Semitic? Discuss

Five Australian universities have adopted anti-Semitism guidelines, a move that is disturbing Jewish and Holocaust scholars.

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