Fearless or foolish? Michael Roth, Wesleyan’s Jewish president, stands apart in opposing Trump’s campus policies - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Michael Roth: A Fearless Voice Against Trump's Campus Policies

Wesleyan University President Michael Roth has been vocal in his opposition to President Trump's campus policies, and his Jewish heritage plays a significant role in his stance.

Roth, who has negotiated with his critics, believes that Jews should not support Trump. Despite his outspoken views, he remains in his position as president.

"You're doing Jew-speak," a colleague told him after a meeting, to which Roth replied, "No s–t, Sherlock. That's part of what I'm doing."

Roth's approach is to constantly remind his critics of his identity and values, using his "Jewish accent" and Yiddish words to drive his point home.

Author's summary: Michael Roth opposes Trump's policies as Wesleyan's Jewish president.

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