The AHA approved a resolution opposing scholasticide in Gaza with a significant majority, but the council later vetoed it, claiming it fell outside the organization's mission. In March, a petition signed by nearly 1,900 historians was ignored by the council. Conversely, the OAH adopted a similar resolution and is forming a committee to aid in rebuilding Gaza's educational institutions. In response to perceived undemocratic practices, various groups are now backing candidates for AHA leadership positions committed to promoting democratic reforms.
At the AHA's Annual Meeting, members voted 428-88 to approve a resolution opposing scholasticide in Gaza, only for the council to later veto it for being outside of its mission.
In March, a petition signed by 1,887 historians asking the AHA Council to reconsider the veto went ignored, highlighting a lack of responsiveness to the concerns of historians.
In contrast, the Organization of American Historians adopted a similar resolution and is now establishing a committee to support the reconstruction of Gaza's universities, illustrating a more progressive stance.
Three groups have decided to support democratic candidates for AHA offices, including Annelise Orleck and Sherene Seikaly, to push for reforms and address the council's decisions.
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