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Why are police cracking down on US campus protests?

Apr 28, 2024
Reporter Erum Salam discusses the crackdown on pro-Palestine protests at US universities, highlighting the debate on free speech and divestment from ties to Israel. The podcast delves into the campus crackdown, student solidarity, and the evolving relationship with Israel amidst concerns for safety among Jewish students.
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  • Student protests at US universities highlight tensions over free speech and Israel-Palestine relations.
  • Media coverage of campus protests signifies an emerging global movement affecting American perspectives on Israel.

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The Protest and Police Response at Columbia University

Students at Columbia University protested for a ceasefire in Gaza and demanded divestment from ties with Israel. Their encampment on campus led to NYPD intervention, arrests, and suspensions of students. The protests elicited differing reactions from faculty and politicians, highlighting a clash over free speech and the future of US-Israel relations.

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