1. Pro-Palestinian demonstrations decrease on college campuses
2. Defiant actions at US college graduations linked to Palestinian solidarity efforts.
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The stand-up comedian turned actor, who is currently starring in the new Netflix film “Unfrosted,” has been vocal in his support for Israel following its invasion of Gaza to dismantle Hamas. This move came after Hamas attacked Israel, resulting in the tragic deaths of around 1,200 people in southern Israel on October 7. The subsequent conflict has led to the loss of nearly 35,000 lives in Gaza, with a majority of the casualties being women and children, as reported by Gaza’s Health Ministry.
Student Protests at Duke’s Graduation
A small student protest took place during Duke University’s graduation ceremony in Durham, North Carolina, reflecting similar events occurring on campuses across the United States. In recent weeks, student demonstrations have resulted in almost 2,900 arrests at 57 colleges and universities nationwide.
Students at various campuses have responded by organizing encampments and calling for their institutions to sever ties with Israel and companies supporting the nation. These protests have seen participation from both students and external agitators at universities like Columbia University in New York City and UCLA.
Protests at Pomona College
At Southern California’s Pomona College, police had to escort graduates’ families past a group of pro-Palestinian protesters who attempted to disrupt the commencement ceremony. The college had to move the event from Claremont to the Shrine Auditorium in downtown Los Angeles due to a demonstration that had set up an encampment on the ceremony stage.
Earlier in April, 19 protesters were arrested for occupying the college president’s office, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding the issue of divesting from corporations linked to the conflict in Gaza.
Graduation Events Across the US
This past weekend’s commencement events remained largely peaceful, with some universities witnessing displays of solidarity with Palestine. At Emerson College in Boston, students made symbolic gestures, such as writing “free Palestine” on their mortar boards and wearing traditional Palestinian scarves.
Meanwhile, at DePaul University in Chicago, the future of a student-led encampment calling for the divestment from Israeli economic interests remains uncertain as discussions between protesters and university officials hit an impasse.
Conclusion
Despite the challenges and controversies surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the support for Palestine on campuses and the backing of Israel by public figures continue to spark debates and actions across the academic landscape.
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