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Title: Voices Under Siege: Free Speech, Islamophobia, and Palestine in Academia

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Voices Under Siege: Free Speech, Islamophobia, and Palestine in Academia

In this panel discussion, Bridge Associate Director Mobashra Tazamal speaks with Professor Sahar Aziz, Professor John L. Esposito, and Professor Robbins on the critical issues of free speech, Islamophobia, and the challenges faced by pro-Palestine voices in American academic institutions. The conversation focused on the current state of academia and its role in promoting or stifling open dialogue on contentious issues. Scholars discussed how pro-Palestine voices are being marginalized and their free speech rights violated within academic settings. Additionally, the conversation touched on how Islamophobia has played a role in the suppression of pro-Palestine voices.

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