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Several Humboldt County Jewish faith leaders lambasted Humboldt County’s state senate and assembly representatives in a Friday letter over their characterization of Cal Poly Humboldt’s pro-Palestine protests as antisemitic.The letter accused State Sen. Mike McGuire and Assemblymember Jim Wood of leveling “spurious charges of antisemitism,” at the Cal Poly Humboldt protests, in which students occupied […]
Israel and Palestine: Three Perspectives Panelists will answer: How do you think we got here & how have I been able to take action or not, especially because it feels hopeless? Then a short snack break, then Q & A. Questions on index cards. Panelists: Rabbi Bob Rottenberg: advocate for deep listening, Dan Shahin: Arcata Palestinian, & Corazon: did human rights accompaniment work for Palestinian families under attack by Israeli settlers. The event is not a debate. We will hold this space with love. We want people to have enough information to feel empowered that they can and should take action. That's our goal/prayer.
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A panel discussed the distinctions between hate and free speech in Eureka on Wednesday night. Panelists shared and reflected on times they’d experienced hate speech in Humboldt County, with some pushing for communication with people who target protected groups. They called for more open and hopeful dialogue.