Bill > SRes437

This Resolution strongly condemns antisemitism, which is prejudice, discrimination, or hatred directed against Jewish people, at colleges and universities across the United States. It acknowledges a recent increase in antisemitic incidents, particularly following the October 7, 2023, terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas, which has created a fearful environment for Jewish students and faculty. The resolution highlights the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition of antisemitism as a useful tool for identifying such behavior. While affirming the importance of free speech on campuses, it asserts that when this freedom is used to promote violence or discrimination based on religion, national origin, or ancestry, higher education leaders have both the right and the responsibility to respond. Therefore, the resolution urges college and university leaders, such as presidents and deans, to publicly denounce speech that incites or celebrates violence against any group based on these characteristics. It also encourages educational institutions to collaborate with Jewish student organizations to ensure that Jewish students, faculty, and staff can study and live without fear.