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Historians Unite Against Gaza's Educational Crisis

1/7/2025

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In a powerful display of solidarity, the American Historical Association's members voted 428 to 88 against "scholasticide" in Gaza, urging a ceasefire and the restoration of its education system. While some critics warn of potential political bias in academia, the resolution now awaits further consideration by the association's council, igniting a passionate debate on the role of education in conflict.

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In a powerful display of solidarity, the American Historical Association's members voted 428 to 88 against "scholasticide" in Gaza, urging a ceasefire and the restoration of its education system. While some critics warn of potential political bias in academia, the resolution now awaits further consideration by the association's council, igniting a passionate debate on the role of education in conflict.