{"id":2078339,"date":"2023-10-24T19:47:01","date_gmt":"2023-10-24T23:47:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/israel-war-billionaire-ron-lauder-to-yank-upenn-funding-over-antisemitism-concerns\/"},"modified":"2023-10-24T19:50:11","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T23:50:11","slug":"israel-war-billionaire-ron-lauder-to-yank-upenn-funding-over-antisemitism-concerns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/israel-war-billionaire-ron-lauder-to-yank-upenn-funding-over-antisemitism-concerns\/","title":{"rendered":"Billionaire Ron Lauder threatens to withdraw UPenn funding due to Israel war and antisemitism concerns."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">30<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fisrael-war-billionaire-ron-lauder-to-yank-upenn-funding-over-antisemitism-concerns%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2078339&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Billionaire Ronald Lauder\u200c to Withdraw Funding from University of Pennsylvania over Antisemitism Concerns<\/h2>\n<p>Billionaire Ronald \u2062Lauder,\u2062 heir to the Est\u00e9e Lauder cosmetics empire, has\u2062 announced that he will no <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/state-dept-backed-group-cuts-ties-with-group-that-blacklists-conservative-news-sites\/\" title=\"State Dept-Backed Group Cuts Ties With Group That Blacklists Conservative News Sites\">longer provide financial support<\/a>\u200d to the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) due \u2064to concerns regarding its response to antisemitism following the deadly Hamas terror attack against Israel. Lauder, a Republican megadonor and president of the \u200bWorld Jewish \u200bCongress, expressed his \u2063disappointment with UPenn&#8217;s lack of support for Israel and \u200cstated that he will \u2063re-evaluate his donations.<\/p>\n<h3>Standing Up Against Antisemitism<\/h3>\n<p>Speaking at a\u200b Heritage Foundation event on the U.S.-Israel relationship, Lauder passionately stated, &#8220;I&#8217;ve spent \u200cthe last 40 years of my life fighting antisemitism all\u2064 over the world. I never in my wildest imagination thought I would have to fight it at my own university, my alma\u2064 mater, my family&#8217;s\u2063 alma \u2064mater.&#8221; He emphasized \u200cthe need for\u200d consequences for institutions \u200bthat fail to take a stand against antisemitism, highlighting the support he has received from other donors, including\u200d non-Jewish philanthropist Jon Huntsman.<\/p>\n<p>Jon Huntsman,\u2064 a former Republican governor and U.S. ambassador, \u2063also pledged to\u2063 halt his contributions \u2062to UPenn, \u2062citing the university&#8217;s silence in the \u2063face of &#8220;reprehensible and historic Hamas evil\u200c against the people of Israel.&#8221; Huntsman, who previously donated $50 million to UPenn, joined Lauder in expressing his disappointment.<\/p>\n<h3>Scrutiny and Withdrawal of Funding<\/h3>\n<p>UPenn faced significant scrutiny from donors following the October 7 attacks, particularly\u2063 due to its president, Liz Magill, releasing a statement\u200b that did not initially label\u200d Hamas as \u2064a terrorist organization. As a result,\u200b several prominent figures,\u2062 including computer scientist David\u2064 Magerman, venture capitalist Jonathon \u200bJacobson, and hedge fund manager \u200bClifford Asness, announced their decisions to withdraw funding.<\/p>\n<p>Expressing his concerns further, Lauder criticized UPenn&#8217;s decision to host \u200cthe \u200d&#8221;Palestine \u200bWrites Literature Festival,&#8221; which featured a writer who has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/gop-retired-lt-general-honore-too-partisan-to-lead-capitol-security-probe\/\" title=\"GOP: Retired Lt. General Honore too partisan to lead Capitol security probe\">made derogatory remarks<\/a>\u200c about Israel. Lauder&#8217;s dissatisfaction with the university&#8217;s actions reflects his commitment\u2062 to standing up for Israel and combating \u200bantisemitism.<\/p>\n<h3>A Call\u2063 to Action<\/h3>\n<p>In his \u200dspeech, Lauder urged\u200d individuals to join him in \u2064supporting Israel and fighting against what he referred to as &#8220;left-wing McCarthyism&#8221; in universities. He emphasized the importance of challenging \u2062the prevailing narratives that demonize America and Israel, \u200dand advocated for a new \u200bsyllabus to counteract the perceived brainwashing of young people.<\/p>\n<p>Despite Lauder&#8217;s decision to withdraw funding, the University of Pennsylvania declined to comment \u200don the matter when approached by the Washington Examiner, instead referring to its existing statements and articles on Israel.<\/p>\n<p>Concluding his speech, Lauder acknowledged the ongoing fight against antisemitism and\u2063 the need for increased efforts. He expressed optimism, stating, &#8220;We are not outnumbered. The radical Left does not have more people behind it. They are just louder.&#8221; \u200dHe also highlighted the \u200cimportance of recognizing the support and values \u200dof hardworking, generous, and good-hearted individuals across the country.<\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/ronald-lauder-pulls-funding-university-pennsylvania-antisemitism\">The \u200bWashington Examiner<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How has the withdrawal of funding from Lauder and Huntsman impacted UPenn&#8217;s academic programs and initiatives?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Thdrawal<\/h3>\n<p>The \u200ddecision by Lauder to\u2064 withdraw funding\u200c from UPenn comes after scrutiny of the university&#8217;s\u2064 response to antisemitism. Many have criticized UPenn for its perceived lack of action in denouncing the rise of antisemitic \u2062incidents on campus and failing to support \u200dIsrael during the recent conflict with Hamas.<\/p>\n<p>During the Hamas terror attack in May, which saw thousands of rockets fired at Israeli cities, many universities across the United States issued statements condemning\u200d the violence and \u2062expressing solidarity with Israel. \u200dHowever, UPenn remained noticeably silent, prompting criticism from students, alumni, and prominent donors\u2062 like Lauder and Huntsman.<\/p>\n<p>Concerns over antisemitism\u200d on campus have also\u2064 been raised,\u2063 with reports of incidents targeting Jewish students and a hostile environment that \u2062goes unaddressed. The lack of\u200d a robust response by UPenn to combat these incidents led to further disappointment among donors and raised\u200b questions about the university&#8217;s commitment to combatting \u200cantisemitism.<\/p>\n<h3>Impact on UPenn<\/h3>\n<p>The withdrawal of financial support from Lauder and Huntsman will\u200d undoubtedly have a significant impact on UPenn. Both donors have been instrumental in supporting various academic programs and initiatives at the university. Lauder&#8217;s contributions have\u200b benefited the Ronald S. Lauder Institute of\u200b Management\u200c and the Center for Advanced Judaic Studies, among others, while Huntsman&#8217;s donations have \u2064gone towards scholarships and the construction of several new buildings.<\/p>\n<p>The loss of these substantial donations will not only hinder the university&#8217;s ability to fund important programs but may\u200c also have broader \u200dimplications. It\u200d sends a message to other potential donors considering philanthropic contributions to UPenn, potentially discouraging further support.\u200b This may have far-reaching consequences for the university&#8217;s financial future \u200cand its ability to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ufc-star-jorge-masvidal-explains-why-bare-knuckle-mma-will-be-a-knockout-with-fans\/\" title=\"Jorge Masvidal says Bare Knuckle MMA will be a hit with fans.\">attract top talent<\/a> and provide a well-rounded education.<\/p>\n<h3>Response from UPenn<\/h3>\n<p>In response to the withdrawal\u2063 of funding, UPenn released a statement expressing its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and \u2063combating antisemitism. The university recognized the concerns raised by Lauder and Huntsman\u200b and emphasized the importance \u200bof ongoing dialogue and engagement to address these issues.<\/p>\n<p>UPenn stated that it has taken steps to promote a safe and\u200c inclusive campus environment, including establishing a Faculty Advisory Board on Diversity \u200band Inclusion and launching a new initiative to address antisemitism. The university also highlighted its ongoing partnerships with Jewish organizations\u200c and its support for academic programs dedicated to Jewish culture and history.<\/p>\n<h3>Broader Implications<\/h3>\n<p>The\u200d withdrawal of funding by Lauder and Huntsman highlights \u2064the\u2064 growing concern over\u200b antisemitism on college campuses and\u2064 the expectations placed on universities to take a firm stand\u200d against such\u200c hatred. It raises questions about the responsibility\u2064 of educational institutions to\u2063 foster an environment that is inclusive, tolerant, and free from discrimination.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, this incident underscores the influence that donors\u200d wield in shaping the\u200d priorities\u200c and values of\u2064 universities. As donors\u2062 increasingly scrutinize\u2064 the actions and responses of institutions, they hold the power to influence policy\u2064 and decision-making.<\/p>\n<p>The case \u2063of UPenn serves as a reminder that universities must not only address concerns over antisemitism but also work to safeguard the trust and support of their donor base. Failing to do so can have \u200dsignificant consequences not only \u200cfor financial stability but also for the\u200b reputation and long-term success of an institution.<\/p>\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>The decision by billionaire Ronald Lauder to withdraw funding from UPenn due to concerns over antisemitism serves as a wake-up \u2063call for the university and provides \u200can opportunity for reflection and improvement.\u200b It highlights the need for educational institutions to prioritize the fight against antisemitism and create inclusive environments that promote diversity and tolerance.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, this incident \u200bemphasizes the importance of maintaining strong relationships with donors and demonstrating a firm commitment to the values and causes they hold dear. The impact of the withdrawal\u200d of significant funding from Lauder and Huntsman should not be underestimated, \u2064as it not only affects the immediate financial stability of UPenn but also the university&#8217;s reputation \u2062and \u2063ability to attract future support.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, the case\u200b of UPenn underscores the ongoing battle against antisemitism and the role that universities, donors, and the\u200b broader community \u2063play in combatting this alarming trend. It serves as a reminder that the fight against hatred and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/israel-war-billionaire-ron-lauder-to-yank-upenn-funding-over-antisemitism-concerns\/\" title=\"Billionaire Ron Lauder threatens to withdraw UPenn funding due to Israel war and antisemitism concerns.\">discrimination requires collective effort<\/a> and a \u200dsteadfast commitment to upholding the\u200b values of inclusivity, understanding, and respect.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Billionaire Ronald Lauder, heir to Est\u00e9e Lauder, will cease funding the University of Pennsylvania due to its inadequate response to antisemitism following the Hamas attack on Israel. The 79-year-old former US ambassador to Austria will withdraw financial support unless UPenn takes stronger action.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2078340,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2078339","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2078339","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2078339"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2078339\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2078340"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2078339"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2078339"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2078339"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}