Teachers' Union Faces Divisive Debates Over Pro-Palestinian Proposals

National Education Association's assembly in Philadelphia sees protests and counterprotests amid accusations of antisemitism and anti-Zionism.

Pro-Palestinian educators push for NEA to support boycott efforts against Israel and rescind Biden endorsement.
Counterprotests by pro-Israel groups claim proposals are antisemitic and harmful to Jewish members.
Tensions rise following Hamas' October attack on Israel and subsequent Israeli military actions.
Philadelphia schools experience heightened incidents of antisemitism and Islamophobia.
NEA delegates to vote on controversial proposals, including educating members on the Nakba and defending pro-Palestinian speech.