President Biden broke his silence on Thursday regarding the anti-Israel demonstrations that are roiling colleges and universities around the nation, condemning the violence that has broken out and saying that “order must prevail.” “We are not an authoritarian nation where we silence people or squash dissent. The American people are heard. In fact, peaceful protest is in the best tradition …
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Biden pressured to address the nation amid campus protests, antisemitic unrest
President Biden, who was motivated to run for president by the bigotry on display in Charlottesville in 2017, is feeling increased media and political pressure to speak out on antisemitism as agitators and unrest roil college campuses. CNN’s Dana Bash said Wednesday that Democrats she’s spoken to about Biden’s response to the protests so far believe he looks “weak,” as …
Read More »Michael Rapaport outraged after show canceled amid anti-Israel 'mob': 'F—– up'
Comedian and actor Michael Rapaport was outraged after learning his show in Madison, Wisconsin, Thursday night had been canceled, allegedly due to an anti-Israel “mob.” A post from Israel advocate Aviva Klompas announced Thursday that Rapaport’s show had been canceled due to “threats from a pro-terror mob.” “Madison bows to bullies. Michael Rapaport’s sold out comedy shows in Madison, Wisconsin …
Read More »Polish teenager suspected of attacking synagogue with Molotov cocktails arrested
Polish police have arrested a 16-year-old male on suspicion of attacking a synagogue with Molotov cocktails and said they plan to ask prosecutors on Thursday to open an investigation. The Nożyk Synagogue was attacked around 1 a.m. on Wednesday, sustaining some damage to its facade. Nobody was in the prayer hall at that time and there were no injuries. Police …
Read More »House Dem says Americans should be 'deeply concerned' by anti-Israel protests: 'We should all be outraged'
Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., said all Americans should be “outraged” about anti-Israel protests inflicting havoc on college campuses throughout the country. “We should all be outraged about what’s going on, and deeply concerned,” Gottheimer said Thursday on “Fox & Friends.” “I think that’s why we fought so hard, and we’re proud of yesterday passing key bipartisan legislation, clearly defining antisemitism, …
Read More »Chris Hayes roasted for calling anti-Israel occupation of Columbia building 'common' form of protest
MSNBC host Chris Hayes went viral on social media after he complained about the backlash toward anti-Israel protesters who smashed windows and occupied a building on Columbia University’s campus on Tuesday. The liberal journalist wrote on X on Wednesday, “I feel like I’m losing my mind a little: people understand that ‘occupying buildings on campus’ is, like, one of the …
Read More »Student demands at University of Chicago encampment include defunding police, reparations, cutting emissions
CHICAGO – The student demands from the University of Chicago’s anti-Israel encampment is a giant progressive wishlist that goes well beyond Gaza. The encampment formed Monday, called “The U Chicago Popular University for Gaza,” follows the nationwide trend of anti-Israel revolts at liberal colleges. During a rally held Tuesday, one of the lead protesters listed their demands, among them defunding …
Read More »Patriots' Robert Kraft shreds 'cowardice' of anti-Israel agitators in full-page newspaper ad
New England Patriots team owner Robert Kraft took out a full-page ad in several newspapers on Thursday, condemning the anti-Israel protests and the hate being spewed on campuses in the U.S. Kraft released the ad through his Foundation to Combat Antisemitism. He pulled his support for Columbia University, his alma mater, last month when the mob violence kick-started. CLICK HERE …
Read More »Ted Cruz unleashes on Biden, Dems over 'repulsive' protests, says US lacking 'real presidential leadership'
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, criticized President Biden on the “Brian Kilmeade Show” Thursday, saying he “is not willing to do anything” about growing antisemitism in the Democratic Party. Cruz said Biden and Democrats are “terrified” of alienating voters who are anti-Israel and have been “taught to hate America.” BIDEN ADMIN CONDEMNED FOR CONSIDERING PLANS TO ACCEPT PALESTINIAN REFUGEES: ‘A NATION …
Read More »Piers Morgan clashes with ex-MSNBC host defending protesters calling for 'Intifada'
Liberal journalist Mehdi Hasan clashed with Piers Morgan Wednesday during an interview over protesters shouting “intifada” during anti-Israel demonstrations across college campuses. Hasan, who recently left MSNBC and created Zeteo, a new media company, joined “Piers Morgan Uncensored” for a discussion about the Israel-Hamas war, and the anti-Israel protests, specifically at Columbia University. Morgan said Hasan, a staunch critic of …
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