American Psychological Association rejects House report on antisemitism

Key Points:

• The American Psychological Association (APA) president and CEO rejected a House report accusing the APA of fostering antisemitism, stating the association has engaged in listening sessions with over 120 Jewish psychologists to address concerns.
• The House Committee on Education and Workforce report found that anti-Israel and anti-Jewish activists had influenced the APA, including removing references to terrorism from a statement and opposing recognition of a Jewish ethnic psychological association.
• The committee spokesperson criticized the APA for allowing ideology to overshadow scholarship, warning this undermines the credibility of the psychology profession, and pledged to continue exposing antisemitism.
• The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) supported the House report, accusing the APA of embedding antisemitism within its leadership and failing to act despite repeated warnings from Jewish organizations.
• APA leaders affirmed their commitment to condemning antisemitism and promoting respect for all, but the controversy highlights ongoing tensions regarding antisemitism within the association.