Vermont synagogue’s fundraiser for Columbia anti-Israel activist draws criticism...

A synagogue in Montpelier, Vermont co-sponsored a fundraiser last Sunday for former Columbia University activist Mohsen Mahdawi, who has voiced sympathy for Hamas. The event was held at the Unitarian Universalist Church and drew criticism from some Beth Jacob Synagogue congregants.

The co-sponsorship was publicized via a flyer posted online, highlighting the partnership between the synagogue and the church.