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Deborah Lipstadt Rejects Columbia Role Amid Antisemitism Concerns

3/3/2025

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Lipstadt Rejects Columbia

Deborah Lipstadt turned down a role at Columbia University, alarmed by the institution's response to antisemitism during pro-Palestinian protests, fearing it would undermine its anti-bias efforts. In contrast, Steve Bannon staunchly defended his pro-Israel views at a Dallas event, brushing aside recent antisemitism allegations with defiance.

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Stefanik's Controversial Remarks

At the Anti-Defamation League conference in New York, Elise Stefanik lauded Trump's Israel policies but was met with boos when she suggested Hamas' attack could have been avoided if Trump had won in 2020. While some applauded her fight against antisemitism, her remarks ignited walkouts and backlash from the audience, highlighting deep divisions.

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Lipstadt Rejects Columbia

Deborah Lipstadt turned down a role at Columbia University, alarmed by the institution's response to antisemitism during pro-Palestinian protests, fearing it would undermine its anti-bias efforts. In contrast, Steve Bannon staunchly defended his pro-Israel views at a Dallas event, brushing aside recent antisemitism allegations with defiance.

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