Some Florida leaders are urging law enforcement and colleges to use new state laws aimed at combatting antisemitism to combat alleged anti-Israeli sentiments expressed during pro-Palestinian protests.
At the time of this story, UNF has not held a major organized pro-Palestinian protest, but a rally was held near the campus this past weekend.
A memo sent to Florida law enforcement from Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody also emphasized the state’s laws against antisemitism. “This guidance is important to reaffirm given the anti-Semitic, pro-Hamas student groups preparing to hold events on campuses. Educational institutions must fully protect Jewish students from any anti-Semitic discrimination and physical attacks and make it clear anyone who violates the law will be punished to the fullest extent of the law,” wrote Diaz and Rodrigues.
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