Jewish MP Presents Bill to Investigate Anti-Semitism in Universities

Liberal MP Julian Leeser says the nation’s universities are not doing enough to quell a rise in anti-semitic rhetoric and activism on campuses, and is urging the federal government to open a royal commission inquiry into the matter. Mr. Leeser, who is Jewish and represents the Division of Berowra in Sydney’s north, told the House of Representatives on June 3 that “Australia faces its greatest threat to multiculturalism with the emergence of anti-semitism.” Debate has continued about the Israel-Hamas war, sparked by the surprise Oct. 7 attacks launched by the terrorist group against civilian targets in Israel. In response, Israel launched its counterattacks deep into Hamas-held territory in Gaza....