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

Fearless or Foolish: Michael Roth's Stance on Trump's Campus Policies

Michael Roth, the Jewish president of Wesleyan University, has been vocal in his opposition to President Trump's campus policies.

Roth told the Jewish Telegraphic Agency in a recent interview, is constantly reminding his potential critics who he is.

Roth has negotiated with his opponents and stated that Jews should not support Trump, yet he remains in his position.

He often delivers lectures on other campuses, outlining reasons why academia should stand up to Trump's policies, frequently incorporating Yiddish words and his "Jewish accent".

Author's summary: Michael Roth opposes Trump's policies.

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Jewish Telegraphic Agency Jewish Telegraphic Agency — 2025-10-17

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