A group of anti-Israel protesters took over a building at Barnard College in New York City. They attacked a staff member and refused to follow rules. This caused fear among Jewish students who already felt unsafe on campus.
The protesters stormed Milbank Hall, an administrative building. They wore masks and chanted violent slogans like “intifada revolution.” A Barnard employee was sent to the hospital after being physically assaulted. School leaders offered to talk if protesters removed their masks, but the group refused.
Jewish students say the protests have made campus life dangerous. They point to flyers calling for violence against Zionists and disruptions of classes about Israel. Some students were expelled earlier for storming an Israeli history course. Protesters now demand those students be allowed back.
The school administration has been criticized for not protecting students. One Jewish student described the building takeover as “frightening.” She said police should have been called sooner. Others worry that rules are not being enforced equally. Letting masked protesters break into buildings sets a bad example.
Barnard College faces tough choices. Should they negotiate with lawbreakers? Giving in to demands rewards bad behavior. But ignoring the problem risks more violence. The school must put safety first and stand up to bullies who target Jewish classmates.
The protests come as Hamas continues to hold hostages. While Israel works to rescue innocent lives, some students here side with terrorists. This double standard hurts peace efforts. Schools must teach history honestly, not let activists rewrite facts.
Jewish groups on campus organized a festival to celebrate their culture. It was a peaceful event with music, food, and traditions. This shows the positive side of student life when extremists don’t cause trouble. Pride in heritage beats hatred every time.
Barnard must restore order. Letting mobs control buildings helps nobody. Expelled students who broke rules should stay expelled. When colleges cave to threats, they fail their mission. It’s time to back the police, protect Jews, and kick out troublemakers.
