Silencing Solidarity: How Universities Repress Activism for Palestine
Zahid Rahman | 26 November 2024 | Counterfire
In the wake of the ongoing genocide in Gaza, student activism has erupted across the globe. What began on the lawns of Columbia University has rapidly expanded to over forty countries and hundreds of universities, as students unite in solidarity with the Palestinian people and their struggle for justice.
However, as these student actions have gained momentum, they have been met with escalating repression. Universities, instead of fostering free speech and critical engagement, have resorted to harsh measures to silence dissent. From court orders and police interventions to suspensions and disciplinary actions, no tactic has been left unexploited in the attempt to stifle activism.…