Ye scallywags at Columbia be raisin' a ruckus against Israel! Here be 5 moments o' chaotic hullabaloo!
2024-04-22
Arrr mateys! The scallywags be still causin' trouble at Columbia University in the fair city o' New York! They be campin' out like landlubbers on Wednesday, makin' a ruckus all week. Time to send 'em packin' with a swift kick in the britches! Arrr!
In the Ivy League, chaos reigns as Columbia University faces protests over Israel's conflict with Hamas. More than 100 agitators have been arrested, prompting the school's president to move classes online for safety. Dr. Nemat "Minouche" Shafik closed the campus and condemned the anti-Jewish rhetoric from protesters who set up camp on the grounds. The protests began with demands for divestment from Israel-linked companies and escalated with chants supporting Hamas and targeting Jewish students. Despite being told to leave, protesters persisted, leading to arrests and violent incidents, including one student being kicked. Actress Susan Sarandon joined the demonstrations, further fueling the controversy.As tensions rose, Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Adams denounced the antisemitism and violence, with the White House also condemning the rhetoric echoing terrorist organizations. The university is navigating a delicate balance between free speech and safety concerns, with the president calling for a "reset" to deescalate the situation. The ongoing conflict highlights the challenges of upholding free speech while ensuring a supportive environment for all students.