Senators debate legislation to broaden the definition of antisemitism in schools

OK House passes two bills to combat antisemitism in public schools and universites

The Oklahoma House of Representatives passed two bills aimed at combating antisemitism in public schools and universities.

Antisemitism Awareness Act ‘in Jeopardy’ After Pushback From Democrats and Rand Paul

by Chris Menahan, Information Liberation: The future of the “Antisemitism Awareness Act” was thrown into jeopardy on Wednesday after Bernie Sanders and Ed Markey together with Rand Paul’s backing introduced a series of amendments to undermine the bill’s aim of outlawing criticism of Jews and Israel. From Jewish Insider, “Antisemitism Awareness Act’s future in question after […]

Senate Committee Postpones Vote on Antisemitism Awareness Act

A vote on the Antisemitism Awareness Act—a bill that would codify the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s controversial definition of antisemitism—was postponed Wednesday following a testy two-hour debate in the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee,

Senate education panel postpones vote on polarizing antisemitism definition

The bill would require the U.S. Department of Education to use a controversial definition that critics say would undermine free speech.

Senator Josh Hawley crucifies Arab Muslim activist who tries to argue that “Long Live the Intifada” and “From the River to the Sea,” has nothing to do with killing Jews

Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) questioned witnesses about antisemitism on college campuses, including Maya Berry, Executive Director of the Arab American Institute, about anti-Israel protesters and rhetoric.

Senate approves amendment to Antisemitism Awareness Act

The amendment was proposed by Bernie Sanders, the Jewish progressive leader, and approved in a 12-11 vote in the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee.