Billionaire Mort Zuckerman cuts off funding to Columbia University over anti-Semitism concerns
Billionaire Mort Zuckerman cut off funding to Columbia University due to perceived failure to address rising anti-Semitism and anti-Israel radicalism on campus since October 7. Columbia faced extreme antisemitism post-October 7, leading to protests and canceled classes. Pro-Israel donors are leaving elite institutions over refusal to speak out against terrorism and antisemitism.
Key Points
- Mort Zuckerman cut off millions in funding to Columbia University due to perceived failure to address rising anti-Semitism and anti-Israel radicalism on campus.
- Columbia faced extreme antisemitism post-October 7, leading to protests and canceled classes.
- Pro-Israel donors leaving elite institutions over refusal to speak out against terrorism and antisemitism.
Pros
- Taking a stand against rising anti-Semitism and anti-Israel radicalism on campus.
- Bringing attention to the issue of governance and handling of antisemitism in educational institutions.
Cons
- Halting funding may impact the funding of other important research and programs at Columbia University.
- Disruption of classes and graduation ceremonies due to protests and extreme antisemitism.