How the IHRA definition of antisemitism is shielding Israel from criticism

The Ontario government first adopted the IHRA definition by introducing Bill 168. Though the rise of hate crimes against Jewish people have led many to call for such legislation, the main issue critics raise with the IHRA’s 38-word definition of antsemitism is that it shuts down criticism of Israel while undermining anti-racism and decolonization initiatives.

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