In recent news, Barnard College has been thrust into the spotlight due to the suspension of Isra Hirsi, daughter of controversial Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. The reason for her suspension? Protesting against Israel. This has sparked a heated debate, with liberals defending Hirsi's right to protest and conservatives denouncing her actions as unacceptable. As a conservative, it's clear where I stand on this issue.
First and foremost, it's important to acknowledge that the right to protest is a fundamental part of our democracy. However, there is a fine line between peaceful protest and disruptive behavior. Hirsi's actions crossed that line when she and other student activists stormed an event featuring a pro-Israel speaker. Such actions do not promote productive discourse, but instead incite division and chaos. As conservatives, we believe in the freedom of speech, but we also believe in respecting the rights of others to express their opinions without fear of being silenced.
Rep. Ilhan Omar’s communist activist daughter was among those suspended from Columbia University for inciting an insurrection against the administration through organizing the autonomous zone occupation. Omar is using her platform to call for her daughter to not be prosecuted for… pic.twitter.com/IwlhcK0D3N
— Andy Ngô 🏳️🌈 (@MrAndyNgo) April 18, 2024
Furthermore, Hirsi's suspension is not solely about her protesting against Israel, but rather her disregard for the rules and regulations of the college. As reported, the event she and her fellow protesters disrupted was approved and sponsored by the school's administration. This means that Hirsi not only disrespected the speaker, but also the school and its policies. It is unacceptable for a student to behave in such a manner and expect to face no consequences.
Many have argued that Hirsi's suspension is an attack on free speech and a reflection of the school's lack of support for marginalized communities. However, this is simply not the case. As a conservative, I support the right to speak out against injustices, but I also believe in accountability for one's actions. Hirsi had every right to express her opinions, but she also had a responsibility to do so in a respectful and lawful manner. Her suspension is a result of her failure to fulfill that responsibility, not a suppression of her voice.
Ilhan Omar's psycho daughter just got suspended from Barnard over her Hamas activism, and she has a Soviet hammer & sickle emoji in her bio + pronouns. Perfection. pic.twitter.com/xhgMestxAs
— Noah Pollak (@NoahPollak) April 18, 2024
Moreover, it's important to recognize the underlying implications of Hirsi's actions. By protesting against Israel, she is not only attacking the country, but also its people and their right to self-determination. As conservatives, we stand for the protection of our allies and their sovereignty. To protest against a country and its policies is one thing, but to disrupt an event that celebrates its culture and traditions is disrespectful and counterproductive.
As a conservative, I understand the importance of standing up for one's beliefs. However, there are appropriate ways to do so without causing chaos and disrespecting others. Hirsi's suspension serves as a lesson to all students that there are consequences for disregarding rules and regulations, regardless of one's political beliefs. It also highlights the need for civil and respectful discourse, rather than disruptive and divisive behavior.
In conclusion, the suspension of Isra Hirsi from Barnard College is not an attack on free speech or marginalized communities, but a reflection of her failure to uphold the standards and values of the school. As conservatives, we believe in accountability, respect, and the protection of our allies. Hirsi's actions, while well-intentioned, were unacceptable and her suspension is a just consequence. It's time for students to realize that their actions have consequences and that true change comes through civil and productive dialogue, not through chaos and disruption.
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Send the young Islamic lady back to the Middle East and attend a college of her choice their and let her high paid moma pay for it!
The commentary regarding this disrespectful act is accurate and correct. I would like to add that in typical fashion ,the left has demonstrated immense hypocrisy and if they truly believe what they “spew”, they are totally ignorant or even worse, pure Evil.
So it’s all right to protest if you are a democrat! But if you Trump or a Trump supporter or a Republican you can’t protest against anything and if you do you will be arrested and jailed. You will be in court with a corrupt Judge and DA. Someone needs to get this two tear justice!!!
Israel has no “right to self determination”. Israel was formed illegally by Zionists.It’s bullshit colonialism.
Larry you are right,anyone ever in our countries state or member of our public standards best know better or they learn about public firing and sent back where they belong after sentence.true American public servant’s use people like her as stepping stones in line for and of our Freedom.
As a former Democrat, I can tell the party has been taken over completely by communists and now radical Islamists. The time has come to put a stop to these radicals and question who is really behind these attacks on our democracy. Why these colleges and universities have become breeding grounds for antisemites and terrorists shouting death to our country? Could it be Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and other Arab countries funding? We need to look into this, but I do not have that much hope that the current administration will do something. The Biden administration appears to be implicitly sponsoring these attacks on our country by having an open borders policy free for illegals to come in as they please. Imagine how many terrorists have already crossed the border and as the FBI Director warned, an attack is likely to come soon. I think those attacks already started via our colleges and universities and the brainwashing of our youth. Just look at the news with these so-called Hamas Supporters chanting death to America and Israel, blocking the stream of commerce by stalling traffic on major city roads. I guess the only choice I’ll have come election day is to vote for Trump.
The level of hypocrisy of the leftists is unbelievable. How can you support the destruction of an entire nation in one breath and condemn the actions of a university whose rules were broken where you wouldn’t even be allowed to attend were it located in one of their Muslim run fascist autocracies?