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2025 Year in Review: Defending K-12 Education

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2025 Year in Review: Defending K-12 Education

January 9, 2026 12:51 pm

2025 Year in Review: Defending Universities and Campuses

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2025 Year in Review: Defending Universities and Campuses

January 9, 2026 12:46 pm

As we begin a new year, we take a moment to reflect on the one just concluded—the milestones highlighted in this video show both how far we have come and the urgency of the work still ahead.

2025 Year in Review

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2025 Year in Review

January 5, 2026 10:03 am

Brandeis Center Conference 2025 Recap

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Brandeis Center Conference 2025 Recap

October 21, 2025 2:48 pm

In recent years, the United States has seen a record number of incidents of anti-Semitic harassment, vandalism, and assault. Further, although Jews account for only 2% of the U.S. population, 15% of all hate crimes target Jews, according to the FBI.

Individuals don’t park their hate at the workplace door. Some of the hate (and lesser bias) inevitably cascades into the workplace.

Acting EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas has stated publicly that addressing anti-Semitism is among her top priorities. But many employers have not yet infused combating anti-Semitism into their compliance policies and practices, including training. This creates material legal exposure.

In this program, attorney Jonathan Segal discussed examples of anti-Semitic discrimination and harassment that can occur in the workplace and steps employers should take to prevent and respond to them. Brandeis Center leaders Kenneth Marcus and Alyza Lewin joined Segal in conversation.

The Explosion and Evolution of Anti-Semitism | September 15, 2025

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The Explosion and Evolution of Anti-Semitism | September 15, 2025

September 15, 2025 6:00 pm

Watch the opening testimony from Rachel Lerman, Brandeis Center's Vice Chair and Director of Appeals and Critical Motions, who testified on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 before the U.S. House Committee on Education & Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education at a hearing entitled "From Playground to Classroom: The Spread of Antisemitism in K-12 Schools."

Watch the full hearing here: https://youtube.com/live/EqhFGb074Gc?feature=share
Read Ms. Lerman's written testimony here: https://edworkforce.house.gov/uploadedfiles/rachel_lerman_testimony_091025.pdf

Rachel Lerman Testifies Before Congress | September 10, 2025

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Rachel Lerman Testifies Before Congress | September 10, 2025

September 10, 2025 1:05 pm

Watch the opening testimony of Ms. Kyle Koeppel Mann, Senior Staff Attorney at New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) and client of the Brandeis Center, on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 before the House Committee on Education & Workforce, Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions at a hearing entitled, "Unmasking Union Antisemitism."

You can read Ms. Mann's written testimony here: https://edworkforce.house.gov/uploadedfiles/mann_testimony.pdf
Learn more about the Brandeis Center's lawsuit on behalf of employees of NYLAG: https://brandeiscenter.com/legal-claims-against-new-york-legal-aid-group/
Watch the full hearing here: https://www.youtube.com/live/XJI76UUDOSM

Brandeis Center Client Testifies Before Congress | September 9, 2025

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Brandeis Center Client Testifies Before Congress | September 9, 2025

September 9, 2025 2:36 pm

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin offers testimony on anti-Semitism in K-12 education at the Religious Liberty Commissions hearing on religious liberty in public education.

Alyza Lewin Speaks at Religious Liberty Commission Hearing | September 8, 2025

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Alyza Lewin Speaks at Religious Liberty Commission Hearing | September 8, 2025

September 8, 2025 3:16 pm

Alyza Lewin spoke at the Louis D. Brandeis Law Society's 41st annual Jewish Law Day about “The Legal Toolbox to Counter Erasive Anti-Semitism.”

June 17, 2025 | Philadelphia, PA

Alyza Lewin at the 41st Annual Jewish Law Day | June 17, 2025

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Alyza Lewin at the 41st Annual Jewish Law Day | June 17, 2025

July 10, 2025 2:52 pm

Kenneth L. Marcus joins Sandra Parker, Chairwoman of the Board of CUFI Action Fund, and Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, to discuss the importance of the Antisemitism Awareness Act at the Christians United for Israel 2025 Washington Summit.

Kenneth L. Marcus at CUFI Washington Summit | July 1, 2025

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Kenneth L. Marcus at CUFI Washington Summit | July 1, 2025

July 8, 2025 2:33 pm

Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | June 21, 2025

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Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | June 21, 2025

June 26, 2025 2:40 pm

Watch remarks from Brandeis Center President, Alyza D. Lewin, on NBC.

Alyza Lewin on NBC Washington⎮ June 4, 2025

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Alyza Lewin on NBC Washington⎮ June 4, 2025

June 5, 2025 2:05 pm

Watch remarks from Brandeis Center Chairman and CEO, Kenneth L. Marcus, and President, Alyza D. Lewin, at our recent Capitol Hill briefing.

Read more about the event here: https://brandeiscenter.com/brandeis-center-hosts-capitol-hill-briefing-after-the-jewish-museum-shooting/

Capitol Hill Briefing | May 22, 2025

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Capitol Hill Briefing | May 22, 2025

May 29, 2025 2:09 pm

Alyza Lewin spoke at the 4th Annual Zionist Rabbinic Coalition Conference about "Anti-Semitism 2.0: The Delian of Jewish History and Peoplehood and How and Why We Must Fight It"

May 5, 2025 | Washington, DC

Alyza Lewin at the 4th Annual Zionist Rabbinic Coalition Conference | May 5, 2025

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Alyza Lewin at the 4th Annual Zionist Rabbinic Coalition Conference | May 5, 2025

May 6, 2025 9:01 am

Kenneth Marcus discusses the recent lawsuit brought against Columbia University by two of its janitors.

Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | April 28, 2025

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Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | April 28, 2025

April 30, 2025 7:46 am

Kenneth Marcus discusses the lawsuit brought against Columbia University by two of its janitors.

Kenneth Marcus on NY1 | April 27, 2025

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Kenneth Marcus on NY1 | April 27, 2025

April 30, 2025 7:40 am

Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | April 16, 2025

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Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | April 16, 2025

April 16, 2025 8:21 pm

Confronting Anti-Semitism: Policy Briefing for the 119th Congress | April 11, 2025

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Confronting Anti-Semitism: Policy Briefing for the 119th Congress | April 11, 2025

April 14, 2025 11:03 pm

Kenneth Marcus discusses the revocation of visas for college students found participating in pro-Hamas protests with Jon Scott.

Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | March 30, 2025

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Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | March 30, 2025

April 10, 2025 2:00 pm

Man kicked out of Oakland cafe for being Jewish

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Man kicked out of Oakland cafe for being Jewish

March 27, 2025 11:00 am

Kenneth Marcus discusses campus protests with Jon Scott.

Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | March 9, 2025

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Kenneth Marcus on Fox News | March 9, 2025

March 26, 2025 11:37 am

Alyza Lewin's keynote address at Dickinson College, "Erasive Antisemitism Challenging the Denial of Jewish History and Identity"

Alyza Lewin Discusses Erasive Antisemitism at Dickinson College | March 3, 2025

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Alyza Lewin Discusses Erasive Antisemitism at Dickinson College | March 3, 2025

March 21, 2025 9:52 am

Zionism is an integral component of Jewish identity

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Zionism is an integral component of Jewish identity

March 10, 2025 12:06 pm

Alyza Lewin's opening testimony at the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, "Never To Be Silent: Stemming the Tide of Antisemitism in America"

Alyza Lewin Testifies at Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing | March 5, 2025

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Alyza Lewin Testifies at Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing | March 5, 2025

March 5, 2025 9:30 pm

A panel moderated by Ben Sales (JTA) discusses the various definitions of anti-Semitism and the importance of defining the problem. Brandeis Center President Alyza Lewin joined the panel in support of the IHRA definition, joined in discussion with Rabbi Jill Jacobs and Prof. Susannah Heschel advocating for the Jerusalem definition and Nexus definition.

Defining Anti-Semitism | January 26, 2025

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Defining Anti-Semitism | January 26, 2025

January 27, 2025 9:23 pm

In 2024, anti-Semitism reached new heights, but the Brandeis Center grew to meet this rising need, protecting Jewish students and others across America. With your support, the Brandeis Center is ready to confront these growing challenges in 2025.

2024 Year in Review

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2024 Year in Review

December 31, 2024 11:36 am

IAC National presents Antisemitism on U.S. Campuses: A Critical Briefing on the Congressional new Report

Led by:
Elan S. Carr, IAC Chief Executive Officer
Alyza D. Lewin, President of The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights
Sagit Sade Attia, IAC National Senior Director-Academic Action

Anti-Semitism on U.S. Campuses | November 6, 2024

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Anti-Semitism on U.S. Campuses | November 6, 2024

November 21, 2024 9:51 pm

On Thursday, September 26, 2024, Brandeis Center President Alyza Lewin delivered the keynote address at the 18th Annual Jewish Law Symposium in Whippany, NJ. Her remarks, which focused on the ethics of war and peace, highlighted how “the battle of ideas — that seeks to demonize Jewish identity and deny Jewish history — [ ] has been waging on college campuses and beyond for decades.”

Featured Presenter:
Alyza D. Lewin, President of the Brandeis Center

Moderated By:
Rabbi Shalom D. Lubin, Founder, Jewish Law Symposium

The Ethics of War and Peace | Thursday, September 26, 2024

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The Ethics of War and Peace | Thursday, September 26, 2024

October 23, 2024 11:35 am

On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, the Brandeis Center hosted a nonpartisan policy briefing on Capitol Hill about the alarming rise of campus anti-Semitism, how universities should respond to harassment, and ongoing legal battles.

Panelists included:
Kenneth L. Marcus, Founder and Chairman of the Brandeis Center
Alyza D. Lewin, President of the Brandeis Center
Robin N. Pick, Senior Counsel of the Brandeis Center
David E. Bernstein, Professor at George Mason University, Antonin Scalia Law School
Mark Rotenberg, General Counsel of Hillel International

Back to School: Protests, Harassment, and the Law | September 25, 2024

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Back to School: Protests, Harassment, and the Law | September 25, 2024

September 26, 2024 11:48 am

Alyza Lewin on i24 | Monday, September 16, 2024

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Alyza Lewin on i24 | Monday, September 16, 2024

September 17, 2024 6:57 pm

Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law founder and chairman Ken Marcus reacts to pro-terror protests on campus following the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

Kenneth L. Marcus on Fox News | Saturday, September 7, 2024

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Kenneth L. Marcus on Fox News | Saturday, September 7, 2024

September 9, 2024 2:53 pm

For even more information on this story, read LDB Director of Corporate Initiatives Rory Lancman's interview in the New York Post: "Every graduate of elite NYC Jewish high school avoids Columbia for first time in decades" https://nypost.com/2024/08/18/us-news/every-graduate-of-nycs-elite-jewish-ramaz-high-school-avoids-columbia-for-first-time-in-decades/

Rory Lancman Discusses Columbia’s Jewish Admissions Decline on Fox News | Tuesday, August 20, 2024

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Rory Lancman Discusses Columbia’s Jewish Admissions Decline on Fox News | Tuesday, August 20, 2024

August 20, 2024 10:06 am

Brandeis Center Capitol Hill Briefing from July 10, 2024: "Retaliation against Jewish Students and Parents: How Counter-Complaints and Baseless Accusations are Being Weaponized to Silence Jewish Voices on Campus."

This briefing explores the disturbing rise of retaliation against Jewish students and parents who try to expose anti-Semitism on campus. It contains testimony from real students and parents, as well as Brandeis Center attorneys, about their experiences with retaliatory counter-complaints and baseless accusations.

Panelists include:
- Tevi Troy, Senior Fellow, Bipartisan Policy Center
- Mark Goldfeder, Senior Counsel, the Brandeis Center
- Ben Alkon, Staff Attorney, the Brandeis Center
- Deena Margolies, Staff Attorney, the Brandeis Center

Retaliation Against Jewish Students + Parents | Wednesday, July 10, 2024

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Retaliation Against Jewish Students + Parents | Wednesday, July 10, 2024

July 15, 2024 1:44 pm

The House Ways and Means Committee invited Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus to testify at its hearing: “Crisis on Campus: Antisemitism, Radical Faculty, and the Failure of University Leadership,” which took place June 13, 2024. Read a Brandeis Center Blog post about Chairman Marcus's testimony: https://brandeiscenter.com/kenneth-l-marcus-delivers-powerful-testimony-to-u-s-house-ways-means-committee-about-perfect-storm-threatening-the-safety-of-jewish-students/. Watch the full hearing -- with other witnesses and Q&A: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kG3gsvsJ_Ws

Kenneth Marcus Opening Statement from U.S. House Ways & Means Committee Hearing | June 13, 2024

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Kenneth Marcus Opening Statement from U.S. House Ways & Means Committee Hearing | June 13, 2024

June 25, 2024 11:03 am

Ahead of his testimony at the U.S. House Committee on Ways & Means hearing: "Hearing on the Crisis on Campus: Antisemitism, Radical Faculty, and the Failure of University Leadership," Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus appeared on MSNBC's "Morning Joe" program. 6/13/24

Kenneth Marcus on MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' | Thursday, June 13, 2024

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Kenneth Marcus on MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' | Thursday, June 13, 2024

June 13, 2024 9:29 am

Brandeis Center Director of Legal Initiatives Denise Katz-Prober explains the resolution agreement between the North Carolina public charter school, The Community School of Davidson, and the U.S. Dept. of Education Office for Civil Rights -- based on a Brandeis Center-filed complaint. More info: https://brandeiscenter.com/legal-claims-against-the-community-school-of-davidson/. Queens City News article: https://brandeiscenter.com/legal-claims-against-the-community-school-of-davidson/

Anti-Semitic bullying reported at Davidson charter school leads to policy changes | June 5, 2024

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Anti-Semitic bullying reported at Davidson charter school leads to policy changes | June 5, 2024

June 6, 2024 11:04 am

The Brandeis Center held a detailed Congressional briefing on the disturbing rise in anti-Semitism on K-12 campuses across the nation. Our legal experts discuss the laws governing K-12 education, as well as ongoing legal efforts to protect students from discrimination.
- Hon. Kenneth L. Marcus, LDB Chairman
- Denise Katz Prober, LDB Dir. of Legal Initiatives
- Marci L. Lerner, LDB Senior Education Counsel
- Mark Goldfeder, LDB Senior Counsel

Fighting Anti-Semitism in K-12 Schools | Friday, May 3, 2024

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Fighting Anti-Semitism in K-12 Schools | Friday, May 3, 2024

May 6, 2024 2:53 pm

4/14/24; Marcus: “This is not pro-Palestinian, this is pro-hate.”

Kenneth Marcus Discusses Anti-Israel Protestors Cheering Iranian attack on Israel | April 14, 2024

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Kenneth Marcus Discusses Anti-Israel Protestors Cheering Iranian attack on Israel | April 14, 2024

April 15, 2024 9:59 am

The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law held a detailed policy briefing on the Israel-Gaza war on March 27, 2024, including how Hamas propaganda is being perpetuated on college campuses.

Panelists included Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus and Senior Counsel Mark Goldfeder, as well as John Spencer -- an award-winning scholar, professor, author, combat veteran, national security and military analyst, and internationally recognized expert and advisor on urban warfare, military strategy, tactics, and other related topics. Considered one of the world's leading expert on urban warfare, Mr. Spencer served as an advisor to the top four-star general and other senior leaders in the U.S. Army as part of strategic research groups from the Pentagon to the United States Military Academy.

The Israel-Gaza War: How Hamas Propaganda Impacts U.S. Students | Wednesday, March 27, 2024

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The Israel-Gaza War: How Hamas Propaganda Impacts U.S. Students | Wednesday, March 27, 2024

March 27, 2024 2:26 pm

3/20/24: Brandeis Center General Counsel L. Rachel Lerman discusses the complaint LDB co-filed with the Anti-Defamation League to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights against the Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD). The federal complaint cites BUSD for failing to take action to end nonstop bullying and harassment of Jewish students by peers and teachers since Oct. 7, 2023. According to the complaint, Berkeley administrators have ignored parent reports and knowingly allowed its K-12 schools to become hostile environments for Jewish and Israeli students. Read more about this case here: https://brandeiscenter.com/legal-claims-against-berkeley-unified-school-district/

Rachel Lerman on NewsNation ‘On Balance with Leland Vittert’ | Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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Rachel Lerman on NewsNation ‘On Balance with Leland Vittert’ | Wednesday, March 20, 2024

March 21, 2024 9:24 am

Includes interviews with Jewish students from Berkeley Unified School District schools, who experienced anti-Semitic discrimination and harassment.

To learn more about the Brandeis Center's complaint against BUSD filed with the U.S. Dept. of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR), visit: https://brandeiscenter.com/legal-claims-against-berkeley-unified-school-district/

CNN's 'The Lead with Jake Tapper' segment on LDB complaint against BUSD | Monday, March 18, 2024

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CNN's 'The Lead with Jake Tapper' segment on LDB complaint against BUSD | Monday, March 18, 2024

March 19, 2024 9:00 am

On January 30th, the Brandeis Center, Jewish Federations of North America, and the Combat Antisemitism Movement hosted a bipartisan briefing on Capitol Hill, discussing the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism. Rep. Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Rep. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) provided opening remarks, while Eric Fingerhut moderated a panel between LDB President Alyza Lewin and former Special Envoy for Monitoring and Combating Anti-Semitism Elan Carr.

Defining Anti-Semitism | Tuesday, January 30, 2024

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Defining Anti-Semitism | Tuesday, January 30, 2024

January 31, 2024 4:05 pm

LBD is ready for its close-up!

On January 19, 2024, the Brandeis Center was the beneficiary of its first-ever theatrical fundraiser. @carlkissin's “Jewish in an Hour.”

The performance educates about Judaism’s major holidays and traditions through comic monologues and songs. A portion of the proceeds raised supported the Brandeis Center, and the writer/creator/performer Kissin read LDB’s mission statement to the audience before a packed house at Don't Tell Mama in New York City. The benefit was produced by https://littleredlighttheatre.com/.

LDB Theater Benefit: 'Jewish in an Hour' by Carl Kissin | Friday, January 19, 2024

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LDB Theater Benefit: 'Jewish in an Hour' by Carl Kissin | Friday, January 19, 2024

January 23, 2024 10:30 am

Recently, much needed attention has been focused on the role of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs in the failure of universities to adequately address anti-Semitism on campus. Corporate DEI programs require similar attention.

On 12/20/23, the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law held a nonpartisan briefing on America's corporate DEI programs that addressed employers' legal obligation to protect employees from anti-Semitic harassment and discrimination and outlined best practices for supporting Jewish employees. LDB was pleased to be joined by the Hon. Andrea R. Lucas, Commissioner of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

This briefing was part of the Brandeis Center's efforts to support Shine A Light (http://shinealighton.com) – the unprecedented coalition of more than 100 North American Jewish and non-Jewish organizations, 110 corporations, and dozens of U.S. state governors to shine a light for organizations, companies, institutions, and individuals on anti-Semitism in all its modern forms.

It's Not Just Colleges: Corporate DEI and Anti-Semitism | Wednesday, December 20, 2023

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It's Not Just Colleges: Corporate DEI and Anti-Semitism | Wednesday, December 20, 2023

December 28, 2023 10:36 am

Brandeis Center 2023 Highlights Video

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Brandeis Center 2023 Highlights Video

December 22, 2023 4:24 pm

This webinar explores the specific anti-Semitism issues arising in the workplace since the October 7th terrorist attack in Israel and ensuing surge in anti-Semitism in America and across the world, why it's important that both employers and their Jewish employees understand the relevant antidiscrimination laws protecting Jewish employees, and how employers can effectively combat anti-Semitism.

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin moderates, and panelists include Brandeis Center Director of Corporate Initiatives, Hon. Rory Lancman; Asst. Prof., Business Management Division, Columbia Business School, Shai Davidai; Partner at Duane Morris LLP and Managing Principal of the Duane Morris Institute, Jonathan Segal; and Partner, Montoya, Lucero & Pastor, P.A., and AAJLJ Member, Stephen Montoya.

Employers can demonstrate their support and stand up for their Jewish employees by joining this year’s Shine a Light campaign. (http://shinealighton.com)

Key Anti-Semitism Issues in the Post 10/7 Workplace | Thursday, December 21, 2023

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Key Anti-Semitism Issues in the Post 10/7 Workplace | Thursday, December 21, 2023

December 21, 2023 5:38 pm

Kenneth Marcus Discussing Berkeley Campus Anti-Semitism Suit | Monday, December 18, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus Discussing Berkeley Campus Anti-Semitism Suit | Monday, December 18, 2023

December 19, 2023 11:27 am

Jewish Americans for Fairness in Education (JAFE) member and UC Berkeley grad student Hannah Schlacter also featured. 12/17/23

Kenneth Marcus Discusses Campus Anti-Semitism Lawsuit at UC Berkeley | Sunday, December 17, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus Discusses Campus Anti-Semitism Lawsuit at UC Berkeley | Sunday, December 17, 2023

December 18, 2023 9:43 am

Kenneth Marcus Discusses Campus Anti-Semitism Congressional Hearing | Tuesday, December 5, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus Discusses Campus Anti-Semitism Congressional Hearing | Tuesday, December 5, 2023

December 11, 2023 10:18 am

Alyza Lewin discusses campus anti-Semitism lawsuit against UC Berkeley | Wednesday November 29, 2023

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Alyza Lewin discusses campus anti-Semitism lawsuit against UC Berkeley | Wednesday November 29, 2023

November 30, 2023 2:51 pm

Kenneth Marcus discusses campus anti-Semitism lawsuit against Berkeley | Wednesday November 29, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus discusses campus anti-Semitism lawsuit against Berkeley | Wednesday November 29, 2023

November 30, 2023 2:42 pm

Kenneth Marcus and Hannah Schlacter discuss campus anti-Semitism Berkeley lawsuit | November 29 2023

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Kenneth Marcus and Hannah Schlacter discuss campus anti-Semitism Berkeley lawsuit | November 29 2023

November 30, 2023 2:26 pm

Kenneth Marcus discusses LDB lawsuit against UC Berkeley over anti-Semitism | November 29, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus discusses LDB lawsuit against UC Berkeley over anti-Semitism | November 29, 2023

November 30, 2023 9:53 am

Kenneth Marcus discusses campus anti-Semitism following Congressional testimony | November 16, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus discusses campus anti-Semitism following Congressional testimony | November 16, 2023

November 16, 2023 2:31 pm

Kenneth Marcus on the Eruption of Campus Antisemitism Into the Open | Tuesday, November 14, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus on the Eruption of Campus Antisemitism Into the Open | Tuesday, November 14, 2023

November 16, 2023 10:22 am

On October 27, 2023, the Brandeis Center hosted a Capitol Hill briefing on the rise of anti-Semitism in America after Hamas’ deadly October 7thattack on Israel, and the dire need for universal adoption of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism.

U.S. Representative and Co-Chair of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism Brian Fitzpatrick served as the event’s honorary host. Brandeis Center Founder and Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus delivered opening remarks, while Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin moderated a panel discussion with Director of the National Jewish Advocacy Center Director Mark Goldfeder, Director of StandWithUs Center for Combatting Antisemitism Carly F. Gammill, and B’nai B’rith International Director of Legislative Affairs Rabbi Eric Fusfield.

Speakers discussed the consensus surrounding the exclusive adoption of the IHRA working definition of antisemitism and the rejection of all watered-down substitutes. The IHRA working definition provides examples of how anti-Zionism is used as a cover for anti-Semitism, including holding Jews collectively responsible for actions of the state of Israel or drawing comparisons of contemporary Israeli policy to that of the Nazis. Representing their respective major Jewish organizations, speakers also provided Capitol Hill staffers with examples of anti-Semitic incidents occurring across the country, with most being reported by Jewish university students. These incidents included physical, verbal, and online harassment.

Defining Anti-Semitism in the Wake of Oct. 7 | Friday, October 27, 2023

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Defining Anti-Semitism in the Wake of Oct. 7 | Friday, October 27, 2023

November 9, 2023 2:41 pm

In response to the national group Students for Justice in Palestine calling for a "national day of resistance" across campuses on 10/12/23, student groups at Harvard, NYU and other campuses publishing statements siding with Hamas terrorists, and anti-Semitic violence already erupting on Columbia and other campuses, our webinar features Brandeis Center attorneys discussing the legal obligations college administrators have to keep Jewish students safe.

The Hamas Atrocities and the American Campus | Thursday, October 12, 2023

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The Hamas Atrocities and the American Campus | Thursday, October 12, 2023

October 12, 2023 4:03 pm

September 13, 2023 -- The Brandeis Center hosted its first nonpartisan briefing on the rise in anti-Semitism in America.

Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz hosted the program at the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C.

Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus and Director of Corporate Initiatives and Senior Counsel Rory Lancman presented on the legal challenges used to combat civil rights violations on college campuses and in the workplace. Congressional staffers from both political parties attended to collect educational resources for their offices.

Anti-Semitism in America on College Campuses and in the Workplace | Wednesday, September 13, 2023

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Anti-Semitism in America on College Campuses and in the Workplace | Wednesday, September 13, 2023

September 14, 2023 10:05 am

On August 8, 2023, Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin and novelist and People Love Dead Jews author Dara Horn discussed campus anti-Semitism, Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs and other issues relevant to Jewish students in the ICC National Leadership Summit’s “Unmasking Antisemitism” dialogue session.

Alyza Lewin Interviews Author Dara Horn — Thursday, August 8, 2023

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Alyza Lewin Interviews Author Dara Horn — Thursday, August 8, 2023

August 15, 2023 8:05 am

The guest on Commentary Magazine Podcast’s July 19, 2023 episode, presidential historian,
former Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services, and current Brandeis Center
Board Member Tevi Troy, referenced Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus’s
insights on the importance of exclusively using the IHRA Definition to define anti-Semitism.

Host John Podhoretz mentioned that any enshrined definition of anti-Semitism allows
anti-Semitic individuals to successfully discriminate against Jews by maneuvering around the definition. In response, guest Tevi Troy noted that: “From a philosophical perspective, that makes sense. But our friend Ken Marcus has written about this issue, and he’s worked at the [U.S.] Department of Education, and he says [that] without a definition, the bureaucrats at the Department of Education, the people that enforce the laws against discrimination, they cannot pursue cases of discrimination.They just let it lie there, because they say the don’t know how to address it. So if you want to have the federal government go after people who are anti-Semitic or have the federal government stop spending money on anti-Semitic programs, of if you want to have the federal government say that there are things that are forbidden, you need to have some kind of definition. And if you’re going to have definitions, I’d rather have the IHRA Definition…over this very mealy-mouthed, wishy-washy Nexus definition.”

Tevi Troy References Kenneth L. Marcus’s Insights on IHRA Definition | Friday, July 19, 2023

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Tevi Troy References Kenneth L. Marcus’s Insights on IHRA Definition | Friday, July 19, 2023

August 3, 2023 3:57 pm

The day after the momentous judicial reform vote that grabbed international attention, the Knesset pivoted to address U.S. campus anti-Semitism. The committee on immigration, absorption, and diaspora affairs met — with Israel’s parliament otherwise largely closed to the public — to hear from Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus, President Alyza D. Lewin, and two LDB clients, Conference of Presidents' William Daroff, and Hillel International’s Mark Rotenberg, on the changing face of campus anti-Semitism.

During the hearing titled "Zionism, Anti-Semitism, and Civil Rights: Exploring the Integral Role of Zionism in Jewish-American identity," Marcus and Lewin discussed the surging forms of campus anti-Semitism and explained what the Jewish world — in Israel as well as North America — needs to know about the relationship between Zionism, anti-Semitism, and Jewish identity.

To watch Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus's speech, click: https://youtu.be/JjKtNk7K1RU . To watch Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin’s speech, click: https://youtu.be/853Y0vwqtV8

Kenneth Marcus, Alyza Lewin and LDB Clients Address Knesset Committee | Monday, May 8, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus, Alyza Lewin and LDB Clients Address Knesset Committee | Monday, May 8, 2023

July 27, 2023 10:26 am

Kenneth Marcus Addresses Knesset on Zionism, Anti-Semitism, and Civil Rights | Monday, May 8, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus Addresses Knesset on Zionism, Anti-Semitism, and Civil Rights | Monday, May 8, 2023

July 26, 2023 9:40 am

Alyza D. Lewin Addresses Knesset on Zionism in Jewish-American identity | Monday, May 8, 2023

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Alyza D. Lewin Addresses Knesset on Zionism in Jewish-American identity | Monday, May 8, 2023

July 26, 2023 9:33 am

Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus discusses the anti-Semitic origin of Harvard’s ‘holistic admissions’ process, as well as why the Supreme Court’s decision on this case is a good thing for Americans’ civil rights (July 2, 2023).

Kenneth L. Marcus on ‘Sunday Report’ | Sunday, July 2, 2023

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Kenneth L. Marcus on ‘Sunday Report’ | Sunday, July 2, 2023

July 3, 2023 12:14 pm

Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus discusses the Biden administration's "U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism" on the Newsmax program "Wake Up America" (May 29, 2023)

Kenneth L. Marcus on 'Wake Up America' | Monday, May 29, 2023

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Kenneth L. Marcus on 'Wake Up America' | Monday, May 29, 2023

June 1, 2023 10:07 am

Brandeis Center Founder and Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus spoke April 27, 2023 as part of CAM's panel: "Implementing The IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism: The Mainstream Tool to Combat Contemporary Antisemitism."

Kenneth Marcus Speaks at Combat Antisemitism Movement Congressional Breakfast | April 27, 2023

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Kenneth Marcus Speaks at Combat Antisemitism Movement Congressional Breakfast | April 27, 2023

May 2, 2023 9:16 am

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin spoke April 27, 2023 as part of CAM's panel: "Understanding Threats to Jewish-American Life: Data & Security Challenges of Antisemitism Today."

Alyza Lewin Speaks at Combat Antisemitism Movement Congressional Breakfast | April 27, 2023

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Alyza Lewin Speaks at Combat Antisemitism Movement Congressional Breakfast | April 27, 2023

May 2, 2023 9:10 am

On August 2, 2022, LDB Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus shared his insights about the historical context and significance of a Supreme Court case involving discriminatory admissions policies at Harvard and University of North Carolina with Charlotte Fox TV affiliate, WJZY-TV.

Kenneth Marcus Discusses Supreme Court Case Involving Harvard and UNC | Tuesday, August 2, 2022

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Kenneth Marcus Discusses Supreme Court Case Involving Harvard and UNC | Tuesday, August 2, 2022

April 3, 2023 9:58 am

For Holocaust Remembrance Day, our webinar explored Holocaust denial and distortion, other forms of erasive anti-Semitism, and related legal issues.

Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus and President Alyza D. Lewin serve as moderators. Our panelists are:

Yfat Barak-Cheney, World Jewish Congress, Director, International Affairs and Human Rights

Ben M. Freeman, Educator and Author of Reclaiming Our Story: The Pursuit of Jewish Pride

Arthur R. Traldi, Brandeis Center Senior Counsel

This webinar is part of the Brandeis Center's support for the #ShineALight campaign.

Holocaust Denial and Erasive anti Semitism | Thursday, January 26, 2023

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Holocaust Denial and Erasive anti Semitism | Thursday, January 26, 2023

January 27, 2023 9:13 am

This webinar explores the types of anti-Semitism employees face at work and best practices for companies that want to combat anti-Semitism, as well as anti-discrimination legal protections for employees and pertinent issues for government contractors.

Brandeis Center Chairman Kenneth L. Marcus serves as moderator. Our panelists are:

Holly Huffnagle, American Jewish Committee U.S. Director for Combating Antisemitism

Jonathan A. Segal, Partner at Duane Morris LLP and Managing Principal at the Duane Morris Institute

Craig E. Leen, Partner at K&L Gates LLP and former director of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP)

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin also participates in the Q&A section.

This webinar is part of the Brandeis Center's corporate initiative and also part of our support for the #ShineALight campaign.

Anti-Semitism in the Workplace | Wednesday, January 18, 2023

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Anti-Semitism in the Workplace | Wednesday, January 18, 2023

January 19, 2023 9:56 am

During the NYCC Committee on Higher Education hearing, Brandeis Center Alyza D. Lewin delivered powerful testimony and answered questions about the impact of BDS campaigns on Jewish students.

According to Lewin, “The reason anti-Semitism is increasing and not decreasing on campus is because university administrators are mis-diagnosing the problem. They are treating this as a speech issue rather than recognizing the marginalization, harassment and discrimination that is taking place.”

CUNY Chancellor Félix Matos Rodríguez did not attend the rescheduled hearing, despite it being rescheduled to accommodate him.

Alyza Lewin testimony + Q&A, NYC Council Committee on Higher Education | Thursday, June 30, 2022

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Alyza Lewin testimony + Q&A, NYC Council Committee on Higher Education | Thursday, June 30, 2022

January 11, 2023 11:40 am

This webinar explores Jewish identity and anti-Semitism in America today, why it's important that employers ensure Jewish employees feel included in the workplace, and how they can do so.

Brandeis Center Senior Counsel Arthur Traldi, Esq. serves as moderator. Our panelists are:

Oren Jacobson, Project Shema Co-Founder and Executive Director

Hen Mazzig, Speaker, Educator, and Digital Influencer

Alyza D. Lewin, Esq., Brandeis Center President

This webinar is part of the Brandeis Center's corporate initiative and also part of our support for the #ShineALight campaign.

Jewish Identity: What Employers Need to Know | Thursday, December 22, 2022

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Jewish Identity: What Employers Need to Know | Thursday, December 22, 2022

December 23, 2022 10:01 am

This webinar explores America's tradition of religious inclusion, the law used to protect religious accommodations at work, and the trend among U.S. regulators and courts to strengthen these protections.

Hon. Andrea R. Lucas, Commissioner of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, serves as moderator. Our panelists are:

Richard Foltin, Esq., Fellow for Religious Freedom, Freedom Forum

Etzion Neuer, ADL Director of Regional Operations

Arthur R. Traldi, Esq., Brandeis Center Senior Counsel

Religious Accommodations in the Corporate Workplace | Monday, December 5, 2022

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Religious Accommodations in the Corporate Workplace | Monday, December 5, 2022

December 6, 2022 10:18 am

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Alyza Lewin, president of the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law, said, “With increasing frequency, Jews who believe that Israel has a right to exist are being shunned, marginalized and excluded from student clubs, support groups, social justice advocacy spaces and even student government. They are being labeled as racist Zionists, and they’re being treated as pariahs.”

Alyza Lewin speaks at 'Israel-U.S. Relations' conference | Monday, November 14, 2022

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Alyza Lewin speaks at 'Israel-U.S. Relations' conference | Monday, November 14, 2022

November 21, 2022 1:57 pm

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin speaks about contemporary anti-Semitism on U.S. college campuses -- much of it centering on denying the integral part of Jewish identity known as Zionism. This video premiered at the Hadassah event: 'Hadassah Shir Shalom: Antisemitism: On Our Campuses.'

Alyza Lewin Speaks to Hadassah about Campus Anti-Semitism | Sunday, October 2, 2022

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Alyza Lewin Speaks to Hadassah about Campus Anti-Semitism | Sunday, October 2, 2022

October 19, 2022 1:48 pm

Thursday, September 8, at 7:00 p.m. EDT, Brandeis Center Vice Chair and General Counsel L. Rachel Lerman joins a ‘Parents Defending Education Live’ panel discussion on the subject of controversial ethnic studies curricula.

She is joined by Parents Defending Education Public School Advocacy Associate Scarlen Valderaz and Wenyuan Wu, Executive Director of Californians for Equal Rights Foundation. This panel exposes the facts about Ethnic Studies that its proponents don’t want you to know. Rachel and Wenyuan share examples of lessons they’ve found in ethnic studies curricula and teacher training modules and give parents advice on what to do if your child is learning Liberated Ethnic Studies this year in school. Don’t miss it!

L. Rachel Lerman Discusses Ethnic Studies Curricula – Thursday, September 8, 2022

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L. Rachel Lerman Discusses Ethnic Studies Curricula – Thursday, September 8, 2022

September 8, 2022 6:00 pm

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin from CNN’s ‘Rising Hate: Antisemitism in America’ special: “People today have a very difficult time understanding what Zionism is. They don’t realize that Judaism is not just a religion…that Judaism also has this sense of Jewish peoplehood…that Jews share a common history, a common ancestry…completely rooted in the land of Israel.”

Alyza D. Lewin in CNN’s ‘Antisemitism in America’ Special | Sunday, August 21, 2022

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Alyza D. Lewin in CNN’s ‘Antisemitism in America’ Special | Sunday, August 21, 2022

August 29, 2022 4:07 pm

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin and client Cassie Blotner speak to CNN about Jewish identity for 'Rising Hate: Antisemitism in America.' Blotner discusses anti-Semitic discrimination she faced at SUNY New Paltz. Clip has been edited.

Alyza Lewin, Cassie Blotner on CNN 'Rising Hate: Antisemitism in America' | Sunday, August 21, 2022

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Alyza Lewin, Cassie Blotner on CNN 'Rising Hate: Antisemitism in America' | Sunday, August 21, 2022

August 23, 2022 10:03 am

Alyza Lewin Joins Hen Mazzig on Fresh Look | Wednesday, August 17, 2022

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Alyza Lewin Joins Hen Mazzig on Fresh Look | Wednesday, August 17, 2022

August 17, 2022 12:50 pm

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin presented during the 'Know Your Rights' legal panel at Israel on Campus Coalition's 2022 National Leadership Summit (8/02/22).

This video captures her explanation why Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is one of the most powerful tools to protect Jewish students on college campuses from anti-Semitic harassment and discrimination.

To combat anti-Semitic harassment and discrimination on campus, college administrators must first be able to recognize it. For that to happen, students must be able to articulate what is happening to them on campus as such -- rather than a political debate.

Lewin also answers some Q&A from the audience.

Alyza Lewin Explains Why Title VI is Vital for Jewish College Students | Tuesday, August 2, 2022

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Alyza Lewin Explains Why Title VI is Vital for Jewish College Students | Tuesday, August 2, 2022

August 4, 2022 4:52 pm

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin spoke on the Israel on Campus Field Retreat panel 'Standing Up To Hate: Civil Rights and the Law' panel on 7/13/22.

For the first time on video, she spoke about the negotiated agreement with Unilever -- led by the Brandeis Center -- that reversed Ben & Jerry's anti-Semitic boycott against Israel.

She explained: (1) the history between Brandeis Center client and Ben & Jerry's Israel owner Avi Zinger and Ben & Jerry's, (2) how anti-Israel boycott activists pressured Ben & Jerry's, (3) her father, attorney Nathan Lewin's development of the successful legal strategy that prevailed, (4) and how parent company Unilever went from being Avi Zinger's foe in the legal case to his arm-in-arm partner -- having adopted the Brandeis Center's legal argument as its own, in a new legal fight against Ben & Jerry's.

Alyza D. Lewin Explains Ben & Jerry's Agreement Victory Against BDS | Wednesday, July 13, 2022

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Alyza D. Lewin Explains Ben & Jerry's Agreement Victory Against BDS | Wednesday, July 13, 2022

July 14, 2022 9:09 am

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin presented during the 'Standing Up To Hate: Civil Rights and the Law' panel at Israel on Campus Coalition's 2022 Field Retreat (7/13/22).

This video captures her explanation why Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is one of the most powerful tools to protect Jewish students on college campuses from anti-Semitic harassment and discrimination.

To combat anti-Semitic harassment and discrimination on campus, college administrators must first be able to recognize it. For that to happen, students must be able to articulate what is happening to them on campus as such -- rather than a political debate.

Alyza D. Lewin Explains Title VI of the Civil Rights Act | Wednesday, July 13, 2022

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Alyza D. Lewin Explains Title VI of the Civil Rights Act | Wednesday, July 13, 2022

July 14, 2022 8:52 am

Brandeis Center President Alyza D. Lewin discusses Ben & Jerry's decision to sue parent company Unilever over the sale of its Israeli ice cream business to Avi Zinger. To read about the extensive coexistence programs Avi Zinger has founded, participated in, of funded over the years, visit: bit.ly/zingerpeace

Alyza D. Lewin joins i24 News | Wednesday, July 6, 2022

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Alyza D. Lewin joins i24 News | Wednesday, July 6, 2022

July 6, 2022 4:01 pm

Avi Zinger commends Brandeis Center-helmed settlement announced yesterday. The settlement ended the lawsuit the Brandeis Center brought against Unilever in March 2022 – which prevented an unlawful boycott of Israel. Thanks, Avi, but the privilege of representing such a hero and successfully beating back the BDS bullies is all ours. What a defeat for ant-Semitic discrimination and victory for human rights everywhere.

Avi Zinger thanks The Brandeis Center and its president, Alyza D. Lewin | Wednesday, June 29, 2022

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Avi Zinger thanks The Brandeis Center and its president, Alyza D. Lewin | Wednesday, June 29, 2022

June 30, 2022 9:32 am

LDB Chairman Kennth L. Marcus spoke on Newsmax's "The Chris Salcedo Show" about the importance of academics working together to fight rising anti-Semitism at universities across the United States. Marcus also gave his insight on the Supreme Court Case Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard.

Kenneth Marcus Discusses Rising Anti-Semitism at Universities | Monday, June 6, 2022

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Kenneth Marcus Discusses Rising Anti-Semitism at Universities | Monday, June 6, 2022

June 6, 2022 2:55 pm

"Is it possible to support Jews but oppose Zionists?” Opening remarks of Alyza D. Lewin, President of the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law, at the US Dept of Justice Combatting Anti-Semitism Summit, July 15, 2019 (panel on BDS and campus anti-Semitism).

Text of these remarks is available at: https://www.jns.org/opinion/the-truth-about-anti-israel-incitement/

Alyza Lewin at U.S. Justice Dept. 'Summit on Combatting Anti-Semitism' | Monday, July 15, 2019

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Alyza Lewin at U.S. Justice Dept. 'Summit on Combatting Anti-Semitism' | Monday, July 15, 2019

May 24, 2022 12:33 pm

Brandeis Center President Alyza Lewin explains that anti-Israel activity on campus is not debate and dialogue -- but part of a concerted effort to shun, ostracize and marginalize Jewish students *unless* they shed the part of their identity that defines them as part of the Jewish people -- with a connection to the land of Israel.

Combat Anti-Semitism Movement #MeetOur Partner video

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Combat Anti-Semitism Movement #MeetOur Partner video

May 20, 2022 12:34 pm

Combatting Anti-Semitism in the Workplace – LDB ShortClip #2 | Monday, January 10, 2022

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Combatting Anti-Semitism in the Workplace – LDB ShortClip #2 | Monday, January 10, 2022

January 11, 2022 3:51 pm

Combatting Anti-Semitism in the Workplace – LDB ShortClip #1 | Monday, January 10, 2022

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Combatting Anti-Semitism in the Workplace – LDB ShortClip #1 | Monday, January 10, 2022

January 11, 2022 3:49 pm

Combatting Anti-Semitism in the Workplace | Monday, January 10, 2022

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Combatting Anti-Semitism in the Workplace | Monday, January 10, 2022

January 11, 2022 3:22 pm

Lawyers Against Anti-Semitism | Tuesday, December 14, 2021

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Lawyers Against Anti-Semitism | Tuesday, December 14, 2021

December 14, 2021 6:33 pm

The Legal Battle Against Campus Anti-Semitism | Wednesday, September 1, 2021

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The Legal Battle Against Campus Anti-Semitism | Wednesday, September 1, 2021

September 1, 2021 7:28 pm

Alyza Lewin No Fear Rally | Sunday, July 11, 2021

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Alyza Lewin No Fear Rally | Sunday, July 11, 2021

July 12, 2021 1:59 pm

LDB Summer Speaker Series – Professor Lesley Klaff and Dr. Mark Goldfeder | Wednesday, July 7, 2021

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LDB Summer Speaker Series – Professor Lesley Klaff and Dr. Mark Goldfeder | Wednesday, July 7, 2021

July 7, 2021 12:58 pm

LDB Summer Speaker Series – Professor Oren Gross | Wednesday, June 23, 2021

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LDB Summer Speaker Series – Professor Oren Gross | Wednesday, June 23, 2021

June 23, 2021 2:35 pm

LDB Summer Speaker Series – Attorney Mark Rotenberg | Wednesday, June 9, 2021

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LDB Summer Speaker Series – Attorney Mark Rotenberg | Wednesday, June 9, 2021

June 10, 2021 2:15 pm

A discussion on the uptick in antisemitism featuring Alyza Lewin, Yael Lerman and Mark Goldfeder.

Emergency Program on the Surge in Jew-Hatred and the Legal Response | Thursday, June 3, 2021

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Emergency Program on the Surge in Jew-Hatred and the Legal Response | Thursday, June 3, 2021

June 3, 2021 5:31 pm

LDB Speaker Series – Professors Avi Bell and Anne Bayefsky | Wednesday, May 19, 2021

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LDB Speaker Series – Professors Avi Bell and Anne Bayefsky | Wednesday, May 19, 2021

May 19, 2021 12:35 pm

A conversation with Nathan Lewin on religious liberty. The first speaker in our Summer 2021 speaker series. Recorded on April 21, 2021.

Where is the Supreme Court Headed on Religious Liberty? | Wednesday, April 21, 2021

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Where is the Supreme Court Headed on Religious Liberty? | Wednesday, April 21, 2021

April 22, 2021 9:05 am

February 22, 2021, Webinar sponsored by The Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights, The Louis D. Brandeis Center For Human Rights Under Law and The Kantor Center for the Study of European Jewry at Tel Aviv University

IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism: Impact, Challenges and Best Practice | February 22, 2021

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IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism: Impact, Challenges and Best Practice | February 22, 2021

February 27, 2021 1:00 pm

Gen Z Jews Summit with Ken Marcus | Thursday, February 11, 2021

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Gen Z Jews Summit with Ken Marcus | Thursday, February 11, 2021

February 19, 2021 2:31 pm

Combatting Global Anti-Semitism with U.S. Special Envoy Elan S. Carr | Thursday, December 17, 2020

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Combatting Global Anti-Semitism with U.S. Special Envoy Elan S. Carr | Thursday, December 17, 2020

December 28, 2020 8:49 pm

LDB Law School Chapter's Inaugural Webinar - Career Panel. Featuring LDB's Director of Legal Initiatives, Denise Katz-Prober, and JIGSAW Coordinator, Rachel Frommer.

Brandeis Center Law School Chapter Event | Thursday, November 19, 2020

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Brandeis Center Law School Chapter Event | Thursday, November 19, 2020

November 20, 2020 1:24 pm

Yearning for Zion:
Celebrating and Preserving Jewish Peoplehood, Jewish Unity, and the Jewish Homeland
in Challenging Times

The following is a re-recording of a presentation delivered by Alyza Lewin (President, Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law)
for Kesher Israel Congregation’s Celebration of Israel’s 72nd Independence Day.

Yearning for Zion: Celebrating Israel's 72nd Independence Day | Tuesday, April 28, 2020

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Yearning for Zion: Celebrating Israel's 72nd Independence Day | Tuesday, April 28, 2020

May 20, 2020 10:09 am

AAJLJ Pursuit of Justice Award | Tuesday, January 25, 2020

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AAJLJ Pursuit of Justice Award | Tuesday, January 25, 2020

April 8, 2020 12:13 pm

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