The Political Correctness of Post-Colonialism: How Identity Politics and Anti-Israel Sentiment are Shaping our Universities and Society

Over the past few decades, a post-colonial approach has gained popularity among students and academics. This perspective divides the world into groups based on gender, sexuality, and race, with those who suffered from colonialism (blacks, Asians, Muslims) and those who initiated it (whites) being at the forefront. Whites are often viewed as “privileged” or “victims,” while indigenous minorities are celebrated as heroes. There is a tendency to overlook or justify when these minorities break the law or engage in terrorism.

The academic community has embraced post-colonial principles and identity politics with enthusiasm, but truth and facts have become dependent on race and gender. As a result, those who violate these principles face condemnation. Courses that promote hatred of Israel, conferences featuring Palestinian organizations and progressive Jews who support academic boycotts of Israel are becoming more common on university campuses.

A global movement emerged about twenty years ago to boycott Israel economically, culturally, diplomatically, and academically as a means of ending Israeli actions similar to those seen in South Africa. This movement heavily focuses on campus activities and collaborates with left-wing human rights organizations, environmental groups, and Muslim organizations.

Anti-Israel sentiment is influenced by media coverage in progressive outlets that often portray Israel as the villain while Palestinians are victims of oppression. Social media misinformation further contributes to negative perceptions of Israel among young people on campuses. Despite efforts to combat biases from various government ministries and civil society organizations