Arrr! Robert Kraft be cuttin' ties with Columbia University over their scurvy antisemitic ways. Good on ye, matey!
2024-04-22
Arrr, it be told that Robert Kraft, a wealthy sea dog, be abandonin' his ship Columbia University due to the rise of antisemitic scallywags. Aye, no treasure be worth riskin' the safety of me crew. Fair winds and aye aye, matey!
In the language of a 17th-century pirate, New England Patriots team owner Robert Kraft took a stand against "Jewish hate" following the terror attacks in Israel on Oct. 7. Avast, he announced that he be pullin' his support for Columbia University due to the antisemitic violence runnin' rampant at the Ivy League school. Through his Foundation to Combat Antisemitism, he declared that he no longer be recognizin' the institution that once provided him with a full academic scholarship.Aye, Kraft be expressin' deep sadness at the hate growin' on campus and throughout the country. He be callin' on Columbia to put an end to these protests and regain the trust of those who have lost faith in the institution. His hope be that the Kraft Center at Columbia will provide security and safety for all Jewish students and faculty.His foundation be at the forefront of the fight against antisemitism, particularly in light of the recent Hamas attacks in Israel. Meanwhile, at Columbia University, classes be goin' virtual as anti-Israel protesters have taken over the campus, causin' tensions and fears among the students and faculty.The president of Columbia University be expressin' deep sadness at the situation and callin' for a reset to deescalate the rancor and address security concerns. As the disagreements escalate, she be takin' steps to reaffirm the bonds of the community and ensure the safety of all on campus.