Tag: Antisemitism

Dean and President David Meyer of Brooklyn Law School addressed the community on the school's commitment to combat anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and other forms of hate, reinforcing the importance of a safe and inclusive environment for all students.Photo courtesy of Brooklyn Law School

Brooklyn Law School takes stand against antisemitism, Islamophobia and other forms of hate

November 27 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

In an address to the Brooklyn Law School community, President and Dean...

Howard Fensterman, managing partner of Abrams Fensterman, pictured here, has taken a leading role in advocating against anti-Semitism in local law schools. The firm, along with other notable law firms, has issued a strong letter to law school deans, emphasizing the need to address and condemn anti-Semitic conduct and rhetoric in academia.Photo: Robert Abruzzese/Brooklyn Eagle

Abrams Fensterman leads law firms in call against antisemitism in local law schools

November 17 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

Abrams Fensterman, alongside other law firms, has issued a letter to local...

Members of the Bronx Defenders team, now at the center of a controversy following the union's statement on the Israel-Gaza situation. Photo via Bronx Defenders on Facebook

Bronx Defenders Union faces backlash over controversial statement on Israel-Gaza situation

November 2 | Rob Abruzzese

On October 20, the Bronx Defenders Union, UAW Local 2325 — which represents...

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul

Antisemitism policies at NY public city colleges to be reviewed: Governor

November 1 | Anthony Izaguirre, Associated Press

An independent party will review antisemitism policies at the City University of...

AG James grills social media giants over hate speech following Israel attacks

October 16 | Rob Abruzzese

New York Attorney General Letitia James is putting social media companies on...

Fans in ‘Fight Antisemitism’ shirts sit courtside at Nets game

November 1 | Denis P. Gorman, Associated Press

DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — Fans wearing “Fight Antisemitism” shirts occupied some courtside seats...