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12 Mar, 4 tweets, 1 min read
BREAKING: @Rutgers_Newark has issued a follow up statement

"We are sorry for the hurt that members of the Hindu community have been experiencing in relation to recent events. Our commitment to inclusion includes religion, not just the right but the freedom to celebrate as an individual or community without fear."
"We know that the sacred traditions of Hinduism are central to the identities that define Hindu individuals, families, and communities. We abhor the vile messages and threats that are being directed at Hindu students, and call for an immediate end to them."
Please remember our list of demands with immediate effect: docs.google.com/document/d/1-z…

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THREAD on statement by Rutgers Newark:
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There are several misconceptions about the bindi and its significance, which prevents many young Hindus from wearing it. @theamericanhindu has an excellent post which sums it up very well: ⁣
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An entire thread dedicated to Prof Audrey Truschke with numerous examples of problematic statements against Hinduism and racism against Hindu people.
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BREAKING: More than 2,000+ students, faculty, alumni and 50+ student organizations have signed on to our open letter, publicly expressing concerns over Prof Audrey Truschke’s conduct. Will post details soon.
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UPDATE: Numbers are crossing 4,000+

We will post official numbers by the end of the weekend. Thank you for your standing with Hindus.
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