divestment

Columbia protesters take over building after defying deadline

I can’t fathom the reasoning behind the recent events where protesters at Columbia University have taken over a building after defying a deadline. The entire situation seems to be spiraling out of control, with students engaging in acts of defiance and vandalism that not only disrupt the normal functioning of the university but also reflect poorly on their own academic journey.

The decision to occupy Hamilton Hall, a building that holds historical significance due to past protests in 1968, seems misguided when considering the nature of the current issue. The demands for divestment from Israel and standing in solidarity with Gaza appear to lack a coherent strategy and feasibility.… Continue reading