Blast me barnacles! Says this landlubber professor, 'tis like bein' blocked by scurvy scallywags in 1938! Arrr!
2024-04-22
Arrr, me hearties! The scurvy dogs at Columbia University have refused me entry to their precious campus! This professor, Shai Davidai, be speakin' out against their anti-Israel antics. 'Tis a sad day when a pirate be denied access to knowledge! Avast ye, Columbia!
In a swashbuckling turn of events, a Jewish Columbia University professor found himself locked out of the main campus after planning a counter demonstration against anti-Israel protests. Assistant business professor Shai Davidai, born in Israel, had his keycard deactivated, sparking outrage as he demanded entry, citing his civil rights and status as a university professor. The moment was captured on video, quickly spreading on social media.Despite being warned that his protest would be limited to a specific area, Davidai stood his ground, insisting on his right to be everywhere on campus. The situation escalated as he confronted university officials who could not affirm that Hamas is a terrorist organization. The tense standoff led to chants of support from the pro-Israel crowd.Amid escalating tensions on campus, a campus rabbi urged Jewish students to leave due to safety concerns. Columbia University President expressed deep sadness over the situation and announced virtual classes to deescalate tensions. The clash reflects broader divisions on campus, with outside groups exploiting the situation for their own agendas.