Antiwar student protests at UC Berkeley

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Antiwar student protesters at UC Berkeley reached an agreement with administrators regarding investments in Israel; protesters dismantle encampment; protests continue across University of California system.

Key Points

  • Agreement reached over Israel-related investments
  • Continued protests across UC system
  • Protests also took place at other universities

Pros

  • Protesters successfully reached an agreement with administrators regarding investments in Israel
  • Protests were largely peaceful with no arrests or fights breaking out

Cons

  • University administrators cannot independently divest from all companies due to UC system policies