US anti-fascism expert blocked from flying to Spain at airport
a day ago
- #Political Harassment
- #Anti-fascism
- #Academic Freedom
- Mark Bray, a Rutgers University professor known for teaching anti-fascism, was blocked from boarding a flight to Spain after his reservation was mysteriously canceled.
- Bray, nicknamed 'Dr Antifa,' received death threats and decided to relocate to Europe with his family, continuing to teach remotely.
- Right-wing activists, including Turning Point USA, accused Bray of being a financier for Antifa and circulated petitions for his removal from Rutgers.
- Bray denied direct involvement with Antifa groups, stating his role was purely academic, researching and teaching about anti-fascism.
- After rebooking, Bray and his family successfully flew to Spain, expressing gratitude for the support from students and faculty.
- Threats against Bray escalated after the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, with some vowing violence against him.
- Rutgers University stated its commitment to a secure academic environment but did not comment on Bray's specific case.