“Resistance is glorious! We will be victorious!” Today, on October 7th, at Columbia, they’re celebrating terror.

Above all, this country is our own. Nobody has to get up in the morning and worry what his neighbors think of him. Being a Jew is no problem here. Golda Meir

Columbia University, the epicenter of hate on college campuses, anti-Americanism, and intimidation, is where CUAD, the students for Hamas of NYC, decided to start their despicable day on terror and intimidation.

CUAD has been associated with strong pro-Hamas advocacy, which has included contentious statements and actions. CUAD expressed support for individuals like Khymani James, who made inflammatory remarks against Zionists, which some interpret as support for violence or terrorism. They've also celebrated acts of violence against Israelis, including the Tel Aviv shooting and other incidents, framing these within the context of resistance against occupation, which are baseless lies.

The situation at Columbia University isn't just about campus politics but touches on deep-seated fears of antisemitism, the right to safety, and the recognition of Jewish identity without the immediate conflation with political stances on Israel. It's a call for understanding, empathy, and action against what is perceived as a growing tide of hostility towards Jewish existence in various forms.

The Jewish students mourning October 7th and the loss of 1200 and Hamas taking 241 people hostage were surrounded by the loud mob of Hamasnicks with chants like "Resistance is Justified."

Isra Hirsi, daughter of U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar, was suspended from Barnard College for her involvement in a pro-Palestinian encampment protest at Columbia University. The protest, which began on April 17, 2024, aimed to pressure Columbia to divest from investments linked to Israel amidst the broader Israel-Hamas conflict.

This action resulted in her suspension alongside two other students following an event where over 100 protesters, including Isra, were arrested for trespass. Despite the suspension, Isra has not been deterred from bullying, continuing to lead efforts for what she terms "resistance," although critics interpret this as advocacy for more violent means, highlighting a stark division in how her actions and the broader movement's goals are perceived.

One thing is certain: the resistance bullies are all calling for their minions to escalate, and from what I have seen on October 7th, it's clear what results they want. In these times of moral confusion, where the lines between resistance and radicalism blur dangerously, it's imperative for each of us to step up, not just as observers, but as active participants in the battle for truth and justice. Here's what we must do:

• Educate with Unyielding Determination: Dive deep into the narratives being spun. Do not settle for surface-level understanding. When someone romanticizes "resistance" as if it were a noble cause, challenge them with historical facts and moral clarity. Educate others about the Holocaust, about the atrocities committed in the name of resistance in Cambodia, or the brutalities of ISIS. Knowledge is not just power; it's armor against the insidious spread of extremist thought.
• Engage Loudly and Continuously: Silence in the face of evil is complicity. We must speak out, write, protest, and organize. When campuses become battlegrounds for ideological wars, it's our duty to transform them back into places of learning, not breeding grounds for terror apologists. If a university hosts speakers who justify violence, we must rally, we must boycott, and we must ensure our voices are louder than the chants of hate.
• Support the Courageous Few: There are those within these movements, often marginalized, who denounce violence. Find them, support them, amplify them. Their voices are the beacon of hope that can guide us back from the brink of moral collapse.
• Demand Accountability with Fierce Resolve: Universities, the media, and our leaders must be held to account. When a student is suspended for advocating violence, it should not be the end but the beginning of scrutiny. Why was this allowed to fester? Who else was involved? We need to dig, to investigate, to ensure that those who enable or partake in such movements face consequences that resonate beyond a mere suspension.
• Influence Policy with Vigor: Use your vote, your voice, and your platform to push for policies that aggressively combat extremism. This isn't about left or right; it's about right and wrong. Advocate for laws that protect free speech while ensuring it's not a shield for those who incite violence.
• Never Forget, Never Again: Remember the lessons of history. When we see the early signs of radicalization, when we hear the dog whistles of hate, we must act. We must never allow ourselves to become numb or indifferent.

In this era, where the very institutions meant to enlighten us are sometimes the ones obscuring the truth, it falls upon us, the citizens, the thinkers, the doers, to be the guardians of our values.

We must not only stand but also march, not only speak but also roar, against this tide of evil disguised as enlightenment. Let our resolve be as clear as crystal, our actions as forceful as a storm, for in this fight for our civilization's soul, there is no neutral ground.