The Rise of Anti-Semitism: An Inside Look at the Protests at Columbia University

TLDRA CEO of the ADL shares his firsthand experience of the recent protests at Columbia University, highlighting the rise of anti-Semitism and the dangerous tactics used by activists. He calls for action from campus authorities, law enforcement, and the Biden administration to ensure the safety of Jewish students.

Key insights

🔥The protests at Columbia University are not peaceful demonstrations but acts of aggression and intimidation targeting Jewish students.

🚫The activists involved in the protests are not advocating for a peaceful resolution or a two-state solution, but are pro-Hamas and seek to destroy the state of Israel.

✍️President Shafik of Columbia University is taking some steps to address the situation but needs to do more, including inviting the NYPD onto campus.

👥The media should cover the situation accurately, speak to the students, and address the harassment and threats faced by Jewish students.

👮‍♂️Law enforcement and the Biden administration should take action to ensure the safety of Jewish students, including investigating violations of the law and implementing protective measures.

Q&A

What was the CEO's experience at Columbia University?

The CEO witnessed a hostile and aggressive protest by activists wearing masks and chanting violent slogans. He also met with Jewish students who shared stories of being spit on, harassed, and physically threatened.

What does the CEO think of the media coverage?

The CEO believes that the media should visit the campus, talk to all parties involved, and accurately report the harassment and threats faced by Jewish students.

Is President Shafik doing enough to address the situation?

While the CEO acknowledges some of President Shafik's actions, he believes that more needs to be done, including inviting the NYPD onto campus and taking disciplinary action against students who violate the code of conduct.

What should the Biden administration do?

The CEO calls for the Biden administration to take real action, including conducting investigations, providing support to schools, and ensuring the safety of Jewish students.

What are the key insights from the CEO's interview?

The key insights are that the protests at Columbia University are not peaceful and are targeting Jewish students, the activists involved are pro-Hamas and seeking to destroy Israel, more action is needed from campus authorities, law enforcement, and the Biden administration, and the media should cover the situation accurately and address the harassment faced by Jewish students.

Timestamped Summary

00:00CEO of the ADL shares his firsthand experience at Columbia University.

03:11The protests are not peaceful demonstrations but acts of aggression and intimidation.

06:04The activists involved in the protests are not advocating for a peaceful resolution but are pro-Hamas.

09:49President Shafik needs to take more action to address the situation at Columbia University.

11:05The media should accurately report the harassment and threats faced by Jewish students.

12:29Law enforcement and the Biden administration should ensure the safety of Jewish students.