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FT News Briefing

Swamp Notes: The uproar at American universities

May 4, 2024
14:20
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FT's Washington bureau chief and FT New York correspondent discuss student protests at US universities against Israel's actions in Gaza, potentially impacting Biden's re-election. They explore activists' disillusionment, Biden's challenges, key states, young Democrats' concerns, historical protests during elections, and Panda diplomacy in US-China relations.
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  • Student protests on American campuses over Israel-Hamas War may impact President Biden's re-election chances.
  • Social media plays a pivotal role in organizing and energizing diverse protest movements on university grounds.

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Impact of Student Protests on Biden's Re-election Odds

Student protests over the Israel-Hamas War have put pressure on President Biden's campaign. The conflict has led to divisions within Biden's base, with some core constituencies expressing frustration. Biden faces the challenge of balancing support for peaceful protests with concerns about maintaining law and order. The protests have sparked debates about Biden's response and potential effects on his election prospects.

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