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Harvard Officials Modify Statement on Hamas Attacks, Sparking Internal Debate and Public Backlash

Cambridge, MA — Controversy has enveloped Harvard University following its cautious response to the deadly attacks by Hamas on October 7, where language describing the events and those involved was significantly moderated. Internal communications exposed by a national newspaper illustrate a deep divide among the university’s officials regarding how to publicly characterize the violence. In the wake of the attacks, a draft statement originally condemning the “act of terror” and describing it as “violent” was …

Opinion piece sparks debate on systemic antisemitism at Harvard and M.I.T.

Cambridge, Massachusetts – In light of recent events, Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T.) find themselves in the spotlight for their handling of systemic antisemitism within their institutions. The issue of discrimination based on religious beliefs has raised concerns among students and faculty members alike. The allegations of antisemitism have sparked heated debates on campus, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability from university leadership. Some students have shared their personal …