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In 2020, SSI at Foothill College made history as the first student government in the Bay Area to adopt the IHRA definition of antisemitism, passing the resolution by a unanimous vote of 28-0. Foothill joined the University of Buenos Aires and Arizona State University as the third SSI chapter to pass the IHRA definition. The resolution was championed by SSI Foothill President Ori N., who described the effort as an obligation in the face of rising antisemitism and anti-Zionism nationwide.
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"It was important to me to pass the IHRA resolution at my campus as quickly as possible. Antisemitism is rising across the country, and I felt a responsibility to stand up for Jewish students. With the support of Students Supporting Israel and Hillel, we were able to move fast and get the resolution passed. Foothill College showed what real allyship looks like, and I hope other schools follow in protecting their Jewish communities." Ori N. | 2020 SSI President, Foothill College
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