Bruce Pearl explains why he refuses to stay silent on Israel and antisemitism
Bruce Pearl, the former Auburn basketball coach, has been vocal about his support for Israel and opposition to antisemitism. He believes that speaking out on these issues is a matter of survival for the Jewish community rather than politics. Pearl emphasizes the importance of freedom of speech and the need for open discussions on religion and politics.
- ▪Bruce Pearl serves as the Chair of the U.S. Israel Education Association.
- ▪He views antisemitism and racism as obstacles that can be navigated rather than insurmountable barriers.
- ▪Pearl emerged as a prominent pro-Israel voice in the sports world following the Hamas attacks in Israel on October 7, 2023.
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Media Bruce Pearl explains why he refuses to stay silent on Israel and antisemitism The former Auburn basketball coach says sports were a 'safe haven' for him as a young Jewish boy who wanted to fit in with friends By Rachel Wolf Fox News Published June 4, 2026 7:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Bruce Pearl explains why he's vocal about Israel and antisemitism Former Auburn University men's basketball coach Bruce Pearl says that speaking out against antisemitism and in support of Israel isn't political. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Bruce Pearl has never been one to stay silent, whether on or off the court.
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