Michigan University president pressured to focus on combating antisemitism over Islamophobia
The US government pressured University of Michigan President Santa Ono to focus on combating antisemitism over Islamophobia, a leaked audio reveals.
Released by the Tahrir Coalition, a group advocating for Palestinian liberation, the recording suggests the university could lose $2 billion in federal funding if it does not comply.
Ono said, “The government could call me tomorrow and say the university is not doing enough to combat antisemitism,” expressing concern about the imbalance in focus.
He highlighted that while antisemitism is a significant issue, Islamophobia should not be overlooked.
Analysts say this raises questions about external pressures on university policy and the need for a more equitable approach to addressing all forms of discrimination.
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