📚 Combat Campus Antisemitism — Share Your Story — Legal Action Against SJP

пятница, 3 мая 2024 г.

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View in browser ⚖ Special Update: Tackling Campus Antisemitism By Gregg Roman ● May 03, 2024 Smart Brevity® count: 6.5 mins...1722 words I'm reaching out to you today about a critical initiative to combat the alarming rise of antisemitism on college campuses across the United States. As outlined in my recent series of articles, the Middle East Forum is exploring the use of powerful civil rights laws, including RICO and the Anti-Klan Act, to bring a class action lawsuit against Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) for their alleged coordinated harassment and intimidation of Jewish and Israeli students on American college campuses. To make this landmark case a reality, we need your support and engagement. Here's how you can help: Spread the Word: Share these articles and information with your friends, family, and community. Awareness is key to rallying support and identifying those who may have been affected by SJP's activities. Collect Victim Testimonials: If you or someone you know has experienced harassment, intimidation, or discrimination from SJP on campus, please submit your story here: www.SJPvictims.com or reach out to the Middle East Forum at civilrights@meforum.org or 215-546-5406 ext. 104. Your story could be crucial in building this case and holding SJP accountable. Engage Local Organizations: Reach out to Jewish and Israeli interest organizations in your area, such as synagogues, community centers, and advocacy groups. Encourage them to get in touch with the Middle East Forum to learn more about this initiative and how they can support it. Contribute Financially: Lawsuits of this magnitude require significant resources. Your donation to the Middle East Forum will help fund the legal team, investigations, and outreach needed to make this case a success. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference. The time for action is now. By coming together as a community and leveraging the power of the law, we can take a stand against antisemitism and protect the rights of Jewish and Israeli students on college campuses. Your support will send a clear message that such discrimination and harassment will not be tolerated. Thank you for your consideration. Together, we can work towards a future where all students, regardless of their background or beliefs, can pursue their education in a safe, inclusive environment. Sincerely, Gregg Roman Director Middle East Forum Victim of SJP's Antisemitism? Submit Your Story Have you or someone you know experienced antisemitic harassment, intimidation, or discrimination at the hands of Students for Justice in Palestine on your college campus? Your story needs to be heard. The Middle East Forum is collecting testimonials from individuals who have suffered tangible harm as a result of SJP's hateful activities to support our planned civil rights legal action against the organization. By courageously speaking out about your experiences, you can play a vital role in holding SJP accountable and securing justice for the Jewish and Israeli campus communities. We want to hear from you. Whether you are a student who has been targeted by SJP's antisemitic vitriol or a professor who has faced retaliation for standing up to antisemitic bias. Please submit a brief account of your experiences, along with any supporting documentation or evidence, by clicking here or by e-mail to civilrights@meforum.org or call 215-546-5406 ext. 104. Your confidentiality will be respected. By sharing your story, you can help expose the true nature of SJP's bigotry and build a compelling case for decisive legal action. You may also be eligible to join our planned lawsuit as a plaintiff and secure damages for the harm you have suffered. The bottom line: The time for silence is over. Stand with us today and let your voice be heard in the fight against campus antisemitism. Together, we will ensure that no Jewish or Israeli student ever has to face hate and persecution alone on campus again. Submit your testimonial now and help us take SJP to court. ⚖ Taking Action Against Campus Antisemitism The Case for a Class Action RICO Lawsuit Against SJP to Combat Campus Antisemitism The rise of antisemitism on college campuses across the United States has reached alarming levels, demanding immediate and decisive action. Why it matters: Addressing the issue is crucial to protect the rights of Jewish students and students of Israeli national origin, ensuring a safe academic environment. The big picture: Applying the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) to the organization Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) is necessary due to their alleged coordinated harassment and intimidation tactics. What's next: A class action lawsuit against SJP would provide collective representation for all affected students and potentially set a precedent for consistent protections and deterrence. The bottom line: Taking legal action can lead to structural changes within SJP and severe consequences for individual members, while affirming the commitment to protecting students from discrimination and harassment. 💡 Applying Historical Precedent to Protect Jewish Students Using the Anti-Klan Act to Address Campus Antisemitism Plaintiffs can use RICO statutes to press the case against Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) for their efforts to harass and intimidate Jewish and Israeli students on college campuses. This parallels how the Anti-Klan Act was used in the 1964 Mississippi Burning case. SJP's conduct may violate students' Section 1985(3) rights, and knowledge of the conspiracy without prevention can lead to bystander liability under Section 1986. The shift to online organizing by hate groups creates challenges and opportunities for detection. It is critical for administrators, law enforcement, and the public to take action and protect the rights of Jewish and Israeli students. Why it matters: Jewish and Israeli university students are being harassed and discriminated against by SJP and allied organizations. Understanding the legal recourse available, such as the use of historical precedent, is important for those targeted and for those responsible for providing a safe and inclusive campus environment. The big picture: The Mississippi Burning case demonstrates that statutes initially used to prosecute civil rights violations can also be applied to protect individuals from harassment and discrimination. This precedent is directly applicable to SJP's conspiracy to harass Jewish students, emphasizing the importance of enforcing civil rights laws to ensure equal treatment for all university students. What's next: University administrators, law enforcement, and the public must take action to hold SJP and its supporters accountable. It is crucial to detect and disrupt unlawful conspiracies and protect the rights of Jewish and Israeli students on college campuses. The bottom line: Applying Section 1986 liability can incentivize individuals within SJP's online ecosystem to report and prevent illegal activities targeting Jewish students. This legal framework aims to protect students' rights and encourage conscientious objection and whistleblowing. 🚩 Legal Action Against SJP: Standing, Ramifications, and Collective Power Who Has Standing to Sue in a RICO Case against SJP? As violent protests surge on college campuses, legal action is being considered against Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) for civil rights violations. Who can initiate such a lawsuit? Under the RICO statute, injured parties with standing include Jewish and Israeli students, educational institutions, registered student organizations, Jewish organizations, vendors, university employees, parents, and local Jewish community organizations. The RICO statute provides powerful remedies like treble damages and injunctive relief, aiming to curtail SJP's activities. A class action lawsuit allows for aggregating claims and resources to combat the erosion of discourse and scholarly rigor. The Middle East Forum offers assistance to potential victims interested in joining the lawsuit. Why it matters: The legal action against SJP holds significance for all stakeholders in academic institutions, ensuring campuses remain conducive to learning and growth rather than ideological battlegrounds. The big picture: Legal action under RICO would address the widespread violations of civil rights by SJP, deterring similar groups from infringing upon the liberties and properties of universities and their members. What's next: If pursued, the class action lawsuit can result in significant remedies, reshaping the operations of SJP on campuses and serving as a stern rebuke to those trampling the civil rights of students. The bottom line: RICO provides a potent tool for seeking justice and defending civil rights, as it encourages those who have been harmed by SJP to unite and reclaim the sanctity of academic institutions from ideological persecution. ✊ RICO: Fighting Antisemitic Activity on College Campuses The actions of the Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) meet the threshold for legal action. Why it matters: Donors may face legal peril if found to be part of the 'enterprise' by knowingly contributing to illegal activities and antisemitism. The financial implications of successful RICO lawsuits act as a strong deterrent against future violations. The big picture: Involvement in a RICO case would necessitate a reevaluation of how organizations oversee and monitor funding. Reputational damage to foundations sponsoring antisemitism would be immense. What's next: A RICO case might demand interim injunctive relief and proceed to a full lawsuit with discovery and a jury trial. The case may lead to criminal referral for possible hate crimes. The bottom line: A successful RICO suit against SJP could revitalize American universities by setting a legal precedent and promoting intellectual debate over coercion and political litmus tests. Decisive Action Needed Now The alarming rise of antisemitism on college campuses, fueled by groups like Students for Justice in Palestine, represents an existential threat to the safety and wellbeing of Jewish and Israeli students. It also undermines the core values of open inquiry, respectful debate, and freedom of expression that our universities hold dear. The legal strategies outlined in this newsletter, including potential RICO and civil rights lawsuits, offer a promising avenue to hold the perpetrators of anti-Jewish harassment and intimidation accountable and to deter such reprehensible conduct in the future. But pursuing this initiative will require the active support and engagement of the entire pro-Israel community. Whether you are a student who has experienced SJP's bigotry firsthand, a parent concerned for your children on campus, a university administrator committed to ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all, or simply a concerned citizen who believes in equal justice, there is a role for you in this fight. Now is the time to stand up and be counted. I urge you to heed the action steps laid out in this newsletter and lend your voice, your resources, and your moral courage to this struggle. Together, we can turn the tide against campus antisemitism, reaffirm the primacy of Jewish and Israeli civil rights, and make our universities bastions of tolerance and enlightenment once more. The stakes could not be higher, nor the cause more just. Join us. Support MEF Now Sincerely, Gregg Roman Director Middle East Forum Postal address for checks: Middle East Forum 1650 Market St., Suite 3600 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Middle East Forum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We will send you a tax receipt for your tax-deductible donation. Feedback Anonymously tell us what you thought of this edition. Your responses will help us create better content for you! Was this edition useful? Unsubscribe Like this email style and format? It's called Smart Brevity®. Hundreds of orgs use it — in a tool called Axios HQ— to drive productivity with clearer workplace communications. 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