Letters: Column never addresses CTA arguments against AB 715
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Letters: Column never addresses CTA arguments against AB 715
"He likens their opposition to that of the segregationists of the 1960s. Klein says the Jewish community is not seeking special treatment, just equal treatment under the law. However, he turns a blind eye to uniquely complex provisions prohibiting an antisemitic learning environment and establishing an Antisemitic Prevention Coordinator with wide-ranging independent powers. Fortunately, the California Senate struck these draconian provisions out of the bill now awaiting the governor's signature."
"Daniel Klein, CEO of Jewish Silicon Valley, argues that teacher unions are not operating in good conscience in opposing AB 715 to reduce antisemitism. The teacher's unions opposed AB 715 because it compromised their autonomy and authority when there are already anti-discrimination laws on the books. It's sad that Klein could not engage the teacher unions on the merits of their arguments."
A Jewish community leader criticized teacher unions for opposing AB 715 and likened their stance to 1960s segregationists while asserting equal treatment under the law. The bill initially included provisions banning an antisemitic learning environment and creating an Antisemitic Prevention Coordinator with broad independent powers; the California Senate removed those provisions. Teacher unions opposed the bill because it reduced their autonomy and authority and because anti-discrimination laws already exist. San Jose State University’s enrollment growth has outpaced parking capacity, forcing commuters to circle garages, face higher daily rates, and endure stress; expansion and improved shuttle services are recommended.
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