Pro-Palestinian Protesters Occupy Columbia's Hamilton Hall

  • Publish date: Tuesday، 30 April 2024

Hundreds formed a human chain, rallying outside Hamilton Hall, where civil rights and anti-war movements thrived in '68.

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At Columbia University, history repeats itself as Pro-Palestinian student protesters echo the activism of the 1960s by occupying the same campus building as past advocates for racial justice. The breach, kicking off around 12:30 a.m on Tuesday, marks a spirited escalation at the prestigious institution, igniting echoes of past campus demonstrations worldwide.

Hundreds formed a human chain, rallying outside Hamilton Hall, where civil rights and anti-war movements thrived in '68. Amidst the fervor, chants of "Shut it down!" resounded, energizing the space that houses humanities classes, the dean's office, and the admissions hub. In this dynamic clash of past and present, the spirit of activism blazes anew.

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