California lawmakers who voted against Assembly Bill 2918 received substantial donations from organizations opposing the bill, raising concerns about the influence of funding on legislative decisions.
Supporters claimed the bill aimed to prevent anti-Jewish biases in ethnic studies courses, as certain classes had reportedly been co-opted by anti-Jewish sentiments.
The California Faculty Association donated over $86,000 to Democratic Senate Appropriations Committee members, reflecting a significant financial impact on their voting patterns.
Opponents of the bill, including Jewish Voice for Peace, argued that it would limit criticism of Israel, presenting a contentious debate surrounding academic freedom and bias.
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