The conflict on campuses often wrongly assumes a binary division between Jewish students and participants of encampments, creating a false narrative of bigotry and discrimination. In reality, many Jewish individuals are involved in movements for justice in Palestine and advocating against the current status quo, which involves ongoing violence and oppression. While the situation may have gray areas and complexities, it is crucial to challenge simplistic thinking and work towards stopping the unacceptable status quo, instead of accepting it as inevitable.
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.