CJA: The Jewish Bookshelf: American Intellectual Antisemitism by Shai Davidai

Join the Chicago Jewish Alliance for a special edition of The Jewish Bookshelf, featuring a live virtual discussion with author Shai Davidai about his new book, American Intellectual Antisemitism: The Anti-Jewish Movement Tearing Through Our Universities. Shai Davidai will join us for a conversation exploring his book, personal experiences, and the rise of antisemitism on college campuses, followed by a live audience Q&A.

About the Book

American Intellectual Antisemitism: The Anti-Jewish Movement Tearing Through Our Universities is a firsthand account of the rise of antisemitism, anti-Israel extremism, and ideological radicalism on American college campuses. Drawing on his experiences at Columbia University, Davidai examines how institutional failures, ideological indoctrination, and silence have contributed to growing hostility toward Jewish students and faculty.

Following the October 7, 2023, Hamas massacre, Davidai became one of the most outspoken voices confronting antisemitism in higher education. Blending personal experiences with academic analysis, he explores the challenges facing American universities and offers a hopeful roadmap for confronting hatred, misinformation, and intolerance.

About Shai Davidai

Shai Davidai is an author, educator, and prominent advocate against antisemitism. Since the October 7, 2023, Hamas massacre, he has emerged as a leading voice confronting antisemitism and support for terrorism on college campuses, speaking out at significant personal and professional risk. He has testified before Congress, organized rallies, and spoken to audiences around the world. His advocacy has attracted more than 250,000 social media followers, and he hosts the podcasts Here I Am with Shai Davidai and Pragmatic Judaism.

Davidai was named one of The Jerusalem Post's 50 Most Influential Jews of 2024 and has been recognized by the Israeli Parliament. His work has been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and Fox News. He holds a PhD in Social Psychology from Cornell University and has taught at Princeton University, The New School, and Columbia University.

Purchase the Book

We encourage attendees to read American Intellectual Antisemitism: The Anti-Jewish Movement Tearing Through Our Universities before the discussion, but all are welcome! Whether you have finished the book, just started reading, or are simply interested in the topic, we invite you to join the conversation and connect with others.

Purchase the Book on Amazon

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