Albany Book Festival cancels panel due to authors refusing to share stage with Jewish moderator.

The Albany Book Festival canceled a panel featuring authors Elisa Albert, Aisha Gawad, and Lisa Ko after Gawad and Ko refused to share the stage with a Jewish moderator they labeled "Zionist." This incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding free speech and censorship related to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Critics have condemned the decision as an example of intolerance, while festival organizers expressed disappointment and supported the Jewish moderator.

September 20, 2024
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