As the University of California, Berkeley campus continues to grapple with rising anti-Semitic incidents, lawmakers in the White House are voicing their concerns about the university’s lack of response.
More specifically, White House senior adviser Ivanka Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized the UC Berkeley administration for failing to adequately address anti-Semitism on its campus. The concerns have been raised in light of several reports of anti-Semitic incidents that have occurred this school year. These reports include swastikas being spray-painted on several walls on campus and the disruption of a pro-Israel event held by student group Tikvah.
The latest in a string of criticism, Pompeo issued a statement on Wednesday expressing his concern about the lack of action taken by Berkeley’s administrators. He stated, “University leaders have been silent on the rising tide of anti-Semitism that threatens their campuses. It is the obligation of them to ensure that students are provided with an environment that enables them to pursue their dreams without facing discrimination or fear.”
Ivanka Trump echoed Pompeo’s sentiments. On Thursday, she urged university administrators to take action to fight anti-Semitism in all its forms. “The university must do its part to protect free speech on campus and guarantee a respectful learning environment for all students, especially those of Jewish faith.”
The UC Berkeley administration issued a statement in response to the criticism, highlighting their efforts to create a campus environment free of hate and discrimination. Policies such as the Statement of Principles Against Intolerance and recent seminars about the dangers of anti-Semitism have been implemented in an effort to combat the issue.
The university also pointed out that the campus community has mobilized to oppose anti-Semitic actions, such as the disruption of the Tikvah event. The Berkeley Hillel and kosher café provided a safe space for students to engage in civil discourse without fear of intimidation.
The White House’s critique of the University of California, Berkeley seems to have struck a chord with the university’s administrators. UC Berkeley has taken steps towards addressing the growing issue of anti-Semitism on campus, and the administration is committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for its students. It remains hopeful that these efforts will help to combat anti-Semitism and protect the rights of all students.
As the University of California, Berkeley campus continues to grapple with rising anti-Semitic incidents, lawmakers in the White House are voicing their concerns about the university’s lack of response.
More specifically, White House senior adviser Ivanka Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized the UC Berkeley administration for failing to adequately address anti-Semitism on its campus. The concerns have been raised in light of several reports of anti-Semitic incidents that have occurred this school year. These reports include swastikas being spray-painted on several walls on campus and the disruption of a pro-Israel event held by student group Tikvah.
The latest in a string of criticism, Pompeo issued a statement on Wednesday expressing his concern about the lack of action taken by Berkeley’s administrators. He stated, “University leaders have been silent on the rising tide of anti-Semitism that threatens their campuses. It is the obligation of them to ensure that students are provided with an environment that enables them to pursue their dreams without facing discrimination or fear.”
Ivanka Trump echoed Pompeo’s sentiments. On Thursday, she urged university administrators to take action to fight anti-Semitism in all its forms. “The university must do its part to protect free speech on campus and guarantee a respectful learning environment for all students, especially those of Jewish faith.”
The UC Berkeley administration issued a statement in response to the criticism, highlighting their efforts to create a campus environment free of hate and discrimination. Policies such as the Statement of Principles Against Intolerance and recent seminars about the dangers of anti-Semitism have been implemented in an effort to combat the issue.
The university also pointed out that the campus community has mobilized to oppose anti-Semitic actions, such as the disruption of the Tikvah event. The Berkeley Hillel and kosher café provided a safe space for students to engage in civil discourse without fear of intimidation.
The White House’s critique of the University of California, Berkeley seems to have struck a chord with the university’s administrators. UC Berkeley has taken steps towards addressing the growing issue of anti-Semitism on campus, and the administration is committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for its students. It remains hopeful that these efforts will help to combat anti-Semitism and protect the rights of all students.
