Protesters at Princeton University are demanding the school divest from Israel following an attack by Hamas on the Jewish state. A video captured a female protester claiming that she and her peers were starving and physically exhausted as a result of their hunger strike. The protesters are also demanding the school drop criminal and disciplinary charges against students involved in previous protests. Despite meeting with administrators, the students have indicated that they will continue their protest, claiming they are being physically weakened by the university.
The woman leading the protest acknowledged that going on a hunger strike was her choice, despite admitting to feeling physically weak. She insisted that their unity made them stronger and continued to chant slogans with the protesters. At least 15 students were reported to be participating in the hunger strike, but it was not clear how that number might have changed over time. Princeton University administrators, including the Dean of the Graduate School and the Dean of the School of Public and International Affairs, sent an email stating that they were working with the protesters to address their concerns.
The protesters have accused the university of wanting to weaken them physically to avoid addressing their demands. The female protester claimed that the protesters were immunocompromised and that the university was not willing to say no to unjust murder. Despite the hardships they were facing, the protesters were determined to continue their protest until their demands are met. The protesters’ rally cry and actions have gained attention online with their viral video.
The protest at Princeton University has drawn attention to the issue of divesting from Israel following the attack by Hamas. The hunger strike by students has led to increased tensions on campus, with administrators attempting to address the concerns raised by the protesters. While the outcome of the protest remains uncertain, the unity and determination of the protesters have made a significant impact. The ongoing dialogue between the protesters and university administrators will determine the next steps in addressing the demands for divestment and dropping charges against students involved in previous protests.
