Campus Crackdown: Police Raids at Columbia & CCNY for Gaza Encampments

What led to the police raid at Columbia and CCNY?

The university president cited a 'clear and present danger' posed by the Gaza solidarity encampments.

How did students react to the crackdown?

Some students faced suspension while faculty condemned the police raids and tried to protect them.

Were there any notable supporters of the solidarity movement?

Tom emphasized the importance of Palestinian liberation, and a Brown University Alum expressed solidarity for a friend's hardships on Palestine.

What were the consequences of the raid?

Students faced suspension, the university president was accused of suppressing activism, and personal information exposed online led to death threats and harassment.

How did the university respond to the aftermath of the crackdown?

The university requested police presence until after graduation to prevent reestablishment of solidarity encampments.

Were there any legal actions taken against the university?

Students may face suspension due to arbitrary actions by the university, and faculty condemned the police raids.

What distinguishes anti-Zionism from anti-Semitism on campus?

The presence of anti-Zionist Jewish voice on campus highlights the distinction between the two.

How did the personal information exposure affect the students?

It led to death threats and harassment, with a lack of university protection.

What support did the students receive during the crackdown?

Some faculty tried to protect students during the police raids.

What was the role of the Columbia journalism student during the raid?

Julian Goodman had access to witness the event by staying in the building the night before.