The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1953 - Hamas University
Apr 25, 2024
The show dives into the chaos at Columbia University, where pro-Hamas sentiments are challenging free speech and campus safety. It discusses the Biden administration's tepid response to rising anti-Semitism and the historical context of student activism. The influence of former radicals in university administration is examined, revealing how it has fostered a permissive environment for extremist views. Additionally, it assesses the financial backing of pro-Hamas organizations and the moral complexities surrounding recent protests, questioning the role of university leaders amid escalating tensions.
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Shelby Steele at UC Berkeley
- Shelby Steele, a former black radical, describes an incident at UC Berkeley in the 1960s.
- He tested a dean's authority, but the dean, hampered by white guilt, did not reprimand him.
Columbia's Cowardice
- Columbia University moved to hybrid classes due to protests, demonstrating cowardice.
- This is a failure to ensure student access to education, a core university function.
Funding of Protesters
- Student protesters, like Malik Afana and Craig Burkhead-Morton, have received stipends from organizations funded by Soros and Rockefeller.
- These organizations promote anti-Israel campaigns, highlighting the financial backing behind such movements.