I directed a controversial Israel documentary. Efforts to cancel Jonathan Glazer are a symptom of a bigger problem
It's all part of a broad effort to delegitimize the voices of Jews who diverge from the mainstream
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Film & TV This documentary about American Jews and Israel has been canceled (and uncanceled) four times — and counting
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Culture A timeline of cultural events canceled since Hamas’ attack on Israel
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Fast Forward ACLU blasts Anti-Defamation League for accusing pro-Palestine student groups of supporting Hamas
Civil liberties group calls on colleges to reject calls to investigate Students for Justice in Palestine, saying SJP activities are protected by First Amendment
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