UTA Vice Chairman Jay Sures' Brentwood home was vandalized by protesters, organized by Graduate Students for Justice in Palestine at UCLA. Sures believes he was targeted due to his support for Israel and outspoken Jewish identity. The protesters left bloody handprints on his garage door and were dispersed by police.
Key Points
Protest organized by Graduate Students for Justice in Palestine at UCLA
Sures believes he was targeted due to his support for Israel and Jewish identity
Protesters left bloody handprints on Sures' garage door and dispersed by police
Sures intends to press charges if protesters are identified
Pros
Raises awareness of tensions regarding Israel-Palestine conflict
Promotes discussion on freedom of speech and right to protest
Cons
Vandalism and harassment of an individual's private property
Creates fear and intimidation for the targeted individual and their family