A violent hate crime shook Chicago’s DePaul University last fall when two Jewish students were brutally attacked for openly supporting Israel. Adam Erkan, 20, now faces felony charges for his role in the antisemitic assault, marking a critical moment in the fight against rising campus bigotry.
Max Long, an IDF reservist, and Michael Kaminsky were holding a peaceful discussion about Israel when masked attackers targeted them. Erkan allegedly distracted Long while an accomplice struck him from behind, shouting antisemitic slurs. Kaminsky intervened but suffered a broken wrist, while Long sustained a concussion with lasting effects.
Surveillance footage and cell data placed Erkan at the scene, leading to his arrest. His father identified him fleeing in a family vehicle, sealing the case. Prosecutors highlight this as a premeditated hate crime, with Erkan denied bail due to fears he remains a danger to the Jewish community.
DePaul University faces fierce criticism for failing to protect its Jewish students. Long and Kaminsky’s lawsuit accuses the school of ignoring prior threats and canceling security measures days before the attack. A campus officer reportedly watched the assault from just 10 feet away without intervening—a shocking betrayal of duty.
The attack exposes the toxic climate on college campuses, where anti-Israel rhetoric fuels violence. Long, who served in Gaza, said he felt safer in a warzone than at DePaul. Kaminsky, now a leading voice against antisemitism, vowed to continue advocacy despite risks, showcasing unwavering courage.
Conservatives demand accountability for universities enabling hatred through lax policies. The Trump administration’s crackdown on antisemitic institutions—cutting funding and revoking visas—is praised as necessary to protect Jewish Americans. DePaul’s delayed response highlights systemic failures in higher education.
Erkan’s trial will test whether justice can counter the wave of anti-Jewish violence. With the second attacker still free, advocates warn this case sets a precedent for punishing hate crimes. The Lawfare Project, representing the victims, pledges to ensure no school shields bigots.
This attack isn’t isolated—it’s part of a coordinated war on Jewish identity. Patriots stand with Long and Kaminsky, refusing to let woke ideologies silence truth. Their resilience embodies the spirit of a nation that must defend its values against those who spread division and hate.
