Demanding a simple ask, such as immediate action on a moral issue, may seem achievable in a day but holds significant moral weight. Despite the urgency of the request, the Biden White House assumes compliance due to the threat of Trump's return. However, waiting to support Biden's actions until a later event like the DNC could break this assumption and create a game of chicken, forcing the White House to take notice and act accordingly.
In this public News Brief, we discuss Establishment reaction to pro-Palestinian protests on US campuses, from liberal handwringing to police crackdowns to therapy-speak.