Antisemitism is on the rise all over the planet and it must addressed and discussed. Dr. Elliot King of Loyola University Maryland educates Nestor about the Cardin Lecture series theme for this fall and the visit from acclaimed author Dara Horn, whose controversial book title “People Love Dead Jews” has sparked open conversations, will speak on October 21st at McGuire Hall.
Nestor Aparicio and Dr. Elliot King discussed the Jerome S. Cardin Memorial Lecture on antisemitism featuring author Dara Horn at Loyola University Maryland on October 21. Dr. King highlighted the polarization on college campuses and praised Loyola’s harmony. He emphasized the importance of addressing antisemitism, noting Jews are the largest targets of religious hate crimes in America. Horn’s book, “People Love Dead Jews,” critiques American culture’s focus on historical Jewish achievements over current antisemitism. The lecture aims to foster Jewish-Christian relations and combat contemporary antisemitism.
Cardin Lecture Series Introduction
- Nestor Aparicio introduces the show, mentioning the Maryland crab cake tour and the upcoming football games.
- Nestor discusses the Jerome S. Cardin memorial lecture with author Dara Horn on October 21 at Loyola University Maryland.
- Nestor welcomes Dr. Elliot King, a communications professor at Loyola University, to discuss the lecture series.
- Dr. King comments on the changing demographics of students, noting they are getting younger.
Challenges of College Campus Polarization
- Nestor and Dr. King discuss the polarization on college campuses over the past decade.
- Dr. King highlights the difficulty of having reasonable conversations about difficult topics on some campuses.
- Nestor compares the polarization on college campuses to his Facebook page.
- Dr. King mentions that Loyola campus has been a picture of harmony, thanks to its Jesuit values.
Historical Context of the Cardin Lecture Series
- Dr. King explains the historical context of the Cardin lecture series, focusing on fostering Jewish-Christian relationships.
- Jerome S. Cardin was a prominent figure in the Jewish community in Baltimore in the 1960s.
- The lecture series is organized by different departments at Loyola, with this year focusing on communications.
- Dara Horn, a well-known novelist, will be speaking on Jewish-Christian relations.
Dara Horn’s Book and Lecture
- Nestor and Dr. King discuss Dara Horn’s provocative book “The Haunted Present” and her lecture on October 21.
- Dr. King explains that Horn’s book “People Love Dead Jews” argues that American culture often overlooks the prevalence of anti-Semitism.
- Horn’s thesis is that the Jewish community is still a target of religious-based hate crimes in America.
- Nestor shares his personal experience visiting the Anne Frank House and the impact it had on him.
Anti-Semitism and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
- Nestor and Dr. King discuss the challenges of having conversations about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- Dr. King emphasizes that opposing Israeli government policy is legitimate but not the same as denying the Jewish people’s right to a homeland.
- Nestor shares his concerns about being labeled anti-Semitic for speaking out against certain Israeli policies.
- Dr. King explains that many Jewish people in Israel also oppose the current government’s policies.
The Role of Education in Addressing Anti-Semitism
- Dr. King discusses the importance of addressing anti-Semitism in education, using the example of teaching “The Merchant of Venice.”
- Horn argues that teaching anti-Semitic literature normalizes anti-Semitism.
- Dr. King mentions that Horn wrote her book because she was tired of explaining anti-Semitic incidents to the media.
- Nestor shares his experience of seeing armed guards at synagogues, highlighting the fear and normalization of anti-Semitism.
Changes in College Campuses Over the Years
- Nestor and Dr. King discuss the changes in college campuses over the years.
- Dr. King notes that college used to be a weeding-out process, but now it is more supportive of students.
- The impact of COVID-19 on the psychology of the current generation is significant.
- Loyola University has maintained a small, intimate campus with a tight-knit community.
The Importance of the Cardin Lecture Series
- Nestor emphasizes the importance of the Cardin lecture series in addressing anti-Semitism and fostering understanding.
- Dr. King highlights the need for thoughtful and loud conversations about anti-Semitism.
- The lecture series aims to educate the community and address the prevalence of anti-Semitism.
- Nestor encourages listeners to attend the lecture on October 21 at Loyola University.
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