I have long been opposed to proposed boycotts of Israeli and Jewish scholars by those who disagree with Israel's policies in the Middle East. I've been writing about my opposition off and on for over a decade on my blog. I even went so far as to acquire affiliations with Bar-iLan and Haifa universities.
I recently learned of a group of scholars that has been created and which reflects my views. Steve Horwitz writes,
I do not support the BDS movement's attempts to quash academic discourse, put a stop to intellectual exchange, and turn scholarly work into a political tool. I will not join their boycott of Israeli academics or those of any other country. Boycotts can be legitimate and effective tools, but not when they are used against innocent people to punish them for the actions of their governments.
Because of that, some friends and I made this. I know that not all of you will agree with us. I hope that those of you who do will sign your names and share this widely.
I urge others who share our views to join the group. Scholars without Borders.