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The Impact of Campus Crackdowns on Pro-Palestinian Speech and Israel-Gaza Tensions

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News

American universities are facing increasing pressure to clamp down on pro-Palestinian protests and events on campus, as donors, alumni, and politicians accuse these activities of being antisemitic. Some schools have canceled or delayed events, while others have shut down student groups and disciplined students. The crackdown has led to a chilling effect on pro-Palestinian speech, with some students concerned for their safety and facing consequences such as scholarships being revoked or being doxxed. The situation highlights the challenges universities face in balancing free expression with fears and complaints from Jewish students.

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Universities Tackle Controversial Pro-Palestinian Speech on Campus

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times

American universities are facing increasing pressure to clamp down on pro-Palestinian protests and events on campus, as they navigate the delicate balance between free expression and concerns over antisemitism. Some schools have canceled or delayed events, while others have shut down student groups and disciplined students. The crackdown has led to a chilling effect on pro-Palestinian speech, with students fearing for their safety and facing consequences such as doxxing and threats to future employment. The situation highlights the challenges universities face in addressing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict while upholding academic freedom and protecting students from harassment and intimidation.

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