In a powerful op-ed, Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and political prisoner, criticizes the university for its role in his arrest by Homeland Security agents. He accuses Columbia of complicity with the Trump administration in targeting Palestinian rights advocates and suppressing campus dissent. Khalil argues that Columbia has historically prioritized its financial interests over the welfare of its students, particularly those advocating for Palestinian rights. His experience has prompted calls for a revitalized student movement to reclaim academic freedom and support social justice on campus.
Khalil argues Columbia's actions led to his abduction, stating the federal government's targeting of dissent is a continuation of the university's repression regarding Palestinian rights.
In his op-ed, Khalil highlights Columbia's suppression of dissent under the guise of combating antisemitism, aligning this with the Trump administration's policies.
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