Jewish Voice for Peace Columbia, Students for Justice in Palestine Columbia, and CUAD, a coalition of around 100 students groups, published on Instagram a statement of support for Casey Goonan.
The suspect, Maxwell Friedman, who also goes by Malaika, was charged with four counts of assault and other offenses for allegedly striking the Israeli student with a stick on October 11.
The settlement is a major development in Jewish groups’ efforts to hold universities accountable in light of a reported increase in campus antisemitism since Oct. 7.
“The majority of the people of Colombia recognize this long tradition and history of relationship and friendship with the Jewish people,” Galán said.
To be a Jew has always meant to be on guard against shande and brace for the antisemitic backlash.
Violent actions such as looting, destruction of property and bodily harm to pro-Israel students accompany protests in support of the Palestinians.
When students and faculty join the cause of an entitled terrorist organization, something has gone deeply wrong in the purpose of American higher education.
The Colombian President and those who share his beliefs, have chosen to make their stand on the wrong side of history.
"I hope that this visit to Israel gives me the tools to share the truth with those on campus who defend mass rape and murder,” Josh Shain, Columbia University student and delegation member, remarked.
Columbia University could've held a beautiful graduation ceremony, highlighting its unity even amid tough times. Instead it rewarded scare tactics and fearmongers.
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