Dear Dr. Crume,
I hope this note finds you well.
On behalf of the Institute for the Research of Genocide Canada, I am writing to respectfully share the attached letter of concern regarding Judson University’s decision to host Mr. Milorad Dodik and present him with the Leadership and Standing Up for Democracy Award.
We understand that universities often seek to host diverse voices, but we respectfully believe this particular decision warrants careful reconsideration. As we outline in the attached letter, Mr. Dodik has repeatedly undermined democratic principles and institutions in Bosnia and Herzegovina – calling for secession, violating the Dayton Peace Agreement, attacking the rule of law, and denying the Srebrenica genocide. To honor a figure whose political career has been defined by anti-democratic actions is, we believe, deeply inconsistent with the very values this award claims to celebrate. We would be grateful if you would take a moment to review our concerns outlined in the letter.
Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. We look forward to your response.
Respectfully,
Dr. Emir Ramić
Director of the Institute for the Research of Genocide Canada
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