Tackling Antisemitism at Harvard & Beyond - with SHABBOS KESTENBAUM

In this episode, Eyal Bitton speaks with Shabbos Kestenbaum, who is suing Harvard for allowing and perpetuating antisemitism on campus.

Shabbos Kestenbaum is a Harvard graduate who became a prominent voice against antisemitism in the aftermath of the October 7th attacks. Shabbos shares his unexpected journey from being a student to testifying before Congress and speaking at the Republican National Convention. The conversation delves into the challenges Jewish students encounter on campus, the backlash from peers, and the painful silence—or worse, hostility—from former allies. Shabbos reflects on how the tragic events of October 7th reshaped his understanding of Israel's existential reality and the responsibility he now feels to speak out.

This episode is a compelling exploration of Jewish identity, resilience, and the need for unity in the face of rising antisemitism.

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