June 17, 2015
The B’nai B’rith Anti-Defamation Commission (ADC) has a welcomed the introduction of a resolution in the U.S House of Representatives which denounces acts and policies that seek to promote a boycott of Israeli institutions of higher learning and Israeli academics.
ADC Chairman Dr Dvir Abramovich issued the following statement:
“This significant measure rightly condemns the BDS movement and its unjust and hateful targeting of Israeli academic institutions. It clearly sends the message that any attempt to isolate Israeli scholars is morally bankrupt, and is antithetical to the principles of academic freedom and the open exchange of ideas. We endorse the words of U.S. Rep. Carlos Curbelo, who introduced the resolution that “The Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement on college campuses has unfairly singled out Israel”. The punitive and manifestly discriminatory BDS campaign will not advance the cause of peace between Israelis and Palestinians. We urge all communal and political leaders in Australia who are committed to direct negotiations and dialogue to declare that any boycott of Israel will hinder the chances of a true and lasting resolution between the parties and should be soundly rejected.”
The Anti-Defamation Commission, founded in 1979, is Australia’s leading organization fighting anti-Semitism through educational programs that combat bigotry, prejudice and all forms of hatred.
For further information please contact Dr Dvir Abramovich on (03) 9272 5677
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