What’s happening:

University of Michigan students are voting on a contentious resolution, AR 13-025, which accuses Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. The resolution, which is part of a referendum, has sparked outrage among Jewish students and pro-Israel advocates on campus.

Why it matters:

This resolution has intensified debates about antisemitism and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on college campuses. It has also raised questions about the climate of inclusion and safety for Jewish and Israeli students at the University of Michigan.

Details of the resolution:

AR 13-025 calls on the university to recognize the millions of people undergoing genocide in Gaza as we speak and to investigate any investments in apartheid regimes. The Central Student Government (CSG) initially rejected the resolution, leading to the current student body vote.

Opposition to the resolution:

Jewish and pro-Israel students, alarmed by the resolution’s language, have launched a Vote No campaign. They argue that the resolution contains factually inaccurate assertions and promotes a hostile environment for Jewish students on campus.

Reactions:

Rep. Kathy Manning has spoken out against the resolution, stressing the need to combat rising antisemitism. Students have also shared personal experiences of harassment, fearing further escalation if the resolution passes.

Looking ahead:

The outcome of the student vote on AR 13-025 and its counterpart, AR 13-026, which criticizes Hamas, will be significant in shaping the university’s stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the perceived safety of its Jewish student body.

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