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Campus Antisemitism Crisis: Jewish Students Demand Action

2/24/2026

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The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights held hearings on campus antisemitism, highlighting a crisis.
Advocates urged the commission to combat anti-Jewish hatred with the same vigor as other discrimination.
Testimonies described retaliation against students reporting antisemitism and exclusion from campus activities.
A survey found that 42% of Jewish students experienced antisemitism and 38% self-censor their views on Israel.
Kenneth Marcus argued anti-Zionism often masks antisemitism and called for accountability.

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Story summary

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights held hearings on campus antisemitism, highlighting a crisis.
Advocates urged the commission to combat anti-Jewish hatred with the same vigor as other discrimination.
Testimonies described retaliation against students reporting antisemitism and exclusion from campus activities.
A survey found that 42% of Jewish students experienced antisemitism and 38% self-censor their views on Israel.
Kenneth Marcus argued anti-Zionism often masks antisemitism and called for accountability.