Mitchell Bard
A pparently recognizing my intelligence,
Google has named its artificial intel-
ligence service after me. Given the
current interest in antisemitism generated by the
new strategy of the Biden administration which
I have found wanting, it seems appropriate to
see what Bard would suggest. Here is what (A)I
recommend for dealing with campus issues:
Increase awareness and education about
antisemitism. Many students are unaware of
the history and nature of antisemitism, or they
may not understand how it can manifest itself
in different ways. By increasing awareness and
education about antisemitism, we can help to
create a more inclusive and welcoming environ-
ment for Jewish students.

Create safe spaces for Jewish students.

Jewish students should feel safe and supported
on campus. This means having places where
they can gather and socialize, as well as having
access to resources and support if they experience
antisemitism. Hold perpetrators accountable. When antisemi-
tism does occur, it is important to hold perpetrators
accountable. This can be done through disciplinary
action, education or other means.

Promote dialogue and understanding. It is import-
ant to promote dialogue and understanding between
different groups on campus. This can help to break
down stereotypes and build bridges between
communities. Work with campus security. Campus security
can play a role in preventing and responding to
antisemitism. They can work with students and staff
to develop safety plans, and they can investigate and
respond to incidents of antisemitism.

Encourage students to report incidents of
antisemitism to the appropriate authorities. This
can help to ensure that perpetrators are held
accountable and that steps are taken to prevent
future incidents.

Support student organizations that promote
Jewish identity and culture. These organizations
can provide a sense of community and support for
Jewish students, and they can also help to educate
others about Judaism and antisemitism.

Get involved in your community. There are many
ways to get involved in your community and help
to combat antisemitism. You can volunteer with
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organizations that fight antisemitism, donate to
organizations that support Jewish causes or simply
speak out against antisemitism when you see it.

Bard’s recommendations for fighting antisemitism
outside the campus are similar; the word campus is
simply removed for most suggestions.

Evidence that great artificial minds think alike, here
are ChatGPT suggestions:
Education and awareness: Promote educa-
tion and awareness about antisemitism among
students, faculty and staff. This can be done through
workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns
that provide historical context, dispel myths and
stereotypes, and foster empathy and understanding.

Strong policies: Ensure the presence of robust
institutional policies that explicitly condemn and
address antisemitism. These policies should clearly
define antisemitic acts, outline consequences for
offenders and establish mechanisms for reporting
incidents. Reporting mechanisms: Establish confidential
and accessible reporting mechanisms for victims
or witnesses of antisemitic incidents. Encourage
students to report incidents promptly and ensure
that these reports are taken seriously and addressed
promptly by the appropriate authorities.

Dialogue and engagement: Encourage open and
respectful dialogue between diverse groups on
campus, including Jewish and non-Jewish students.

Foster an inclusive environment that encour-
ages understanding, empathy and coopera-
tion, and facilitates the sharing of different
perspectives. Collaboration with Jewish organizations:
Forge partnerships with Jewish organizations
on and off campus to address antisemitism
effectively. These organizations can provide
valuable resources, expertise and support to
combat antisemitism and promote a positive
campus climate.

Faculty and staff training: Provide training to
faculty and staff members on recognizing and
addressing antisemitism. This can help ensure
that educators are equipped to identify and
respond to incidents of antisemitism effectively.

Campus security: Enhance campus security
measures to ensure the safety and well-being
of Jewish students. This may include increased
surveillance, improved lighting and the presence
of security personnel in areas identified as
potential hot spots for antisemitic incidents.

Collaboration with law enforcement: Foster
collaboration between campus authorities and local
law enforcement agencies to address antisemitism.

Establish protocols for reporting hate crimes and
ensure that such incidents are thoroughly investi-
gated and prosecuted.

Support services: Ensure that adequate support
services, such as counseling and mental health
resources, are available to victims of antisemitic
incidents. This can help individuals cope with the
emotional impact and provide them with the neces-
sary support to navigate the aftermath.

Celebrate diversity and inclusion: Foster a
campus culture that celebrates diversity and inclu-
sion. Promote events, activities and initiatives
that showcase different cultures, religions and
backgrounds, including Jewish culture, to foster
understanding and appreciation.

I couldn’t have said it better myself — my genuine
self. These are precisely the steps needed.

AI is criticized for lacking specificity. It only took me
a few seconds and no money to come up with ideas
that others have spent years and millions of dollars
to figure out.

Maybe there is something to this AI business. A
Bard should know. ■
Mitchell Bard is a foreign policy analyst and an
authority on U.S.-Israel relations who has written and
edited 22 books.

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Forget Biden’s Strategy: (A)I Have
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