Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) published an op-ed in Breitbart News ahead of the House Education and Workforce Committee’s hearing on the rise of antisemitism on college campuses across the country. In the piece, McClain reflects on her college experience, highlights recent data on antisemitism incidents, and calls for stronger accountability from higher education institutions.
Key excerpts from McClain’s column are below. The full piece is available here.
“There’s no singular path to success. What matters is that every student—Jewish or not—can pursue their education in a safe and respectful environment. I did. But currently, far too many campuses are failing this basic test. I was safe on my campus, and it never crossed my mind that I would be targeted for my identity or faith. It does not have to be this way, and it definitely should not be acceptable to anyone…
“As we continue to confront antisemitism on American college campuses, I want to remind students and parents that the elite institutions where these abhorrent actions are taking place are not your only option. I encourage you to look beyond the Ivy League—to community colleges, faith-based institutions, and regional universities that prioritize student safety. Reform is needed, and accountability is long overdue…
“Let me be clear: receiving federal funding is a privilege, not a right. It should not be extended to institutions that allow bigotry to go unchecked. The fight against antisemitism is not partisan—it’s moral. It’s about who we are as a nation. Leaders in every community must denounce antisemitism without equivocation.”
