US Senators Condemn Rise of Antisemitism on College Campuses

Antisemitism on College Campuses: Senators Sound Alarm Concerns are rising over antisemitic incidents on college campuses across the United States. Pennsylvania Senators John Fetterman and Dave McCormick recently spoke out, expressing alarm at the increasing frequency and severity of these incidents. They argue that universities are not doing enough to protect Jewish students and condemn the incidents as acts of intimidation, not protected free speech. "This is just rampant across all the universities," stated Senator Fetterman, highlighting the widespread nature of the problem. He further emphasized, "Building tent cities on a campus and terrorizing and intimidating Jewish students, that's not free speech." Senator McCormick, who attended the University of Pennsylvania, corroborated Fetterman's concerns, adding that he witnessed similar demonstrations during his time as a student. He described these not as free speech but as intimidation, and in some cases, physical violence. The senators' statements underscore the urgent need for stronger action to address antisemitism on college campuses and to ensure the safety and well-being of Jewish students. Their call for increased accountability from universities and a clearer condemnation of antisemitic acts is a crucial step toward fostering more inclusive and tolerant learning environments.