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A Jewish Student Ignites National Conversation

A Jewish Student Ignites National Conversation

Update: 2025-05-15
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In this episode, Eden Yadegar, a senior at Columbia University, shares her journey as a leading advocate against antisemitism on college campuses. As president of Columbia's chapter of Students Supporting Israel, Eden has organized rallies and educational events to promote Jewish identity and push back against rising hostility. In November 2024, she testified before the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce, offering powerful testimony about her experiences. She discusses her activism, the challenges she’s faced, and the methods she’s found most effective for fostering open, respectful dialogue in today’s polarized environment.

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A Jewish Student Ignites National Conversation

A Jewish Student Ignites National Conversation

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