David Kaufman Launches The Octagon Project Against Disinformation

• •The Octagon Project aims to counter disinformation and empower supporters of Israel.
• •Kaufman was radicalized by the immediate backlash against Israel following the October 7 attack.
• •The initiative seeks to unite diverse Jewish communities and allies in public discourse.

David Christopher Kaufman is launching The Octagon Project, an educational initiative aimed at countering disinformation and encouraging civic engagement among Jews and supporters of Israel. This initiative follows the backlash against Israel after Hamas's attack on October 7, 2023, where Kaufman observed activists blaming Israel before any military response. Kaufman, who identifies as a Jewish, Black, and gay journalist, felt radicalized by the reactions he witnessed on American campuses. The project aims to provide tools and confidence for those who feel marginalized or intimidated in public discussions about Israel. Kaufman criticizes the narrative of genocide and Israeli apartheid as false claims that exacerbate fear among supporters of Israel. He emphasizes the need for a united voice among diverse Jewish communities and allies to counteract the prevailing anti-Israel sentiment. The Octagon Project seeks to empower individuals to speak out against disinformation and reclaim the narrative surrounding Israel.