Morning Wire Colleges Show Support for Hamas & California Prostitution | 10.14.23
Oct 14, 2023
Colleges are facing a surge of pro-Hamas sentiment after recent attacks, sparking intense debates over free speech. Meanwhile, California's new Senate Bill 357 has led to an uptick in public prostitution, raising safety concerns among residents. The unintended consequences of decriminalizing sex work are also discussed, revealing challenges for law enforcement in combating sex trafficking. Additionally, the heartbreaking saga of Maya Kowalski showcases the complexities of state intervention in familial relationships.
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Campus Support for Hamas
- College campuses nationwide show support for Hamas after the attacks in Israel.
- Student organizations, especially SJP, organized events and released statements.
Examples of Campus Activism
- At UC Berkeley, the SJP chapter stated they support the resistance and reject Israel's victimhood.
- Similar statements and rallies occurred at other universities, including honoring Hamas terrorists.
Harvard Controversy
- Over 30 student groups at Harvard blamed Israel for the violence, causing backlash.
- Harvard's president eventually condemned the attacks but acknowledged students' right to speak.