Statement from Chancellor King and the SUNY Board of Trustees on Yom HaShoah
April 13, 2026
"On Yom HaShoah, we remember the six million Jewish people and all those murdered at the hands of the Nazi regime and those who enabled them during the Holocaust. As we commemorate those who lost their lives and honor the survivors, we also reinforce our steadfast commitment to ensuring these atrocities never occur again. We must learn the lessons of the past, and remember that ignorance, intolerance, and hatred must be combatted with knowledge, respect, and tolerance for all. On this day, and every day, the lessons of standing up against antisemitism, racism, and bigotry weigh heavy and remind us that we must not forget and should always work to advance the pledge: Never Again."
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