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New Gaza Curriculum Celebrates Violence, Ignoring Peace Efforts

3/26/2025

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Palestinian Curriculum Controversy

The Palestinian Authority's latest curriculum for over 290,000 Gaza students is alarming, as it glorifies violence and antisemitism while ignoring commitments to reform. Textbooks celebrate martyrdom and erase Israel, raising serious concerns about international funding and ethical responsibilities for donor nations. This troubling educational direction threatens peace efforts and the future of young minds.

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Hochul Demands Retraction

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has intervened, demanding Hunter College retract a job posting for a Palestinian Studies professor due to fears of antisemitism. The listing's focus on sensitive subjects like "settler colonialism" and "genocide" ignited a fierce debate about academic freedom and the impact of political influence on university hiring decisions.

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Palestinian Curriculum Controversy

The Palestinian Authority's latest curriculum for over 290,000 Gaza students is alarming, as it glorifies violence and antisemitism while ignoring commitments to reform. Textbooks celebrate martyrdom and erase Israel, raising serious concerns about international funding and ethical responsibilities for donor nations. This troubling educational direction threatens peace efforts and the future of young minds.

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