US House Report Details How Psychology Association Dismissed Antisemitism
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
A US House report released Thursday alleges the American Psychological Association (APA) dismissed antisemitism concerns and justified terrorism against Israel. Internal communications revealed the APA consulted with AMENA-Psy, which advised softening language about the October 7 attacks and balancing focus on Palestinians. Then-APA president Cynthia de las Fuentes compared Hamas's actions to George Floyd's killing. The association also reportedly supported member Lara Sheehi, who has defended Hamas, and downplayed antisemitism by linking it to other forms of discrimination. Jewish members' attempts to form a Jewish ethnic psychological association were met with resistance.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- US House report alleges APA leaders dismissed antisemitism and justified terrorism against Israel.
- APA consulted AMENA-Psy, which advised softening language on October 7 Hamas attacks.
- Then-APA president Cynthia de las Fuentes compared Hamas attack to George Floyd's killing.
- APA leadership reportedly supported member Lara Sheehi, who defended Hamas.
- Jewish members' proposal for a Jewish "ethnic psychological association" faced resistance.
- Internal communications showed APA members downplaying antisemitism and justifying Hamas actions.
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