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In reply to the discussion: USC says it's canceling pro-Palestinian valedictorian's speech over security concerns [View all]Cha
(298,310 posts)88. Rob Eshman makes a Lot of sense.
He thinks USC changed their minds Abou Tabassum speaking because of the Alumni.
USC blaming the Jewish Students, of Couse.. in so many words.
Anti-Muslim & anti-Palestinian voices have subjected me to a campaign of racist hatred, Tabassum wrote in a statement released by CAIR-LA after her cancellation. I was hoping to use my commencement speech to inspire my classmates w/a message of hope. By canceling my speech, USC is only caving to fear & rewarding hatred.
Nothing about Social Media postings calling for the complete abolishment of the state of Israel.
Does she think Israelis ae going to let that happen because she says so?
She also calls Israel "Apartheid" When we know that isn't true.
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Coventina
Apr 16
OP
Being that this is government action, free speech is very much a concern here.
Cuthbert Allgood
Apr 16
#2
Slow down; this is not my vision; this is the vision of many like Asna Tabassum.
Big Blue Marble
Apr 16
#42
Calling for the end of Israel is antisemitic and calling for the eradication of Jews.
Coventina
Apr 16
#53
That is your opinion and we will just have to disagree on both counts. N/T
Big Blue Marble
Apr 16
#54
As Wikipedia itself notes, there is no reference when the alleged support increased
sarisataka
Apr 16
#49
Not to mention the Palestinian Authority has a "Pay to Slay" program that rewards
Coventina
Apr 16
#39
I also want a two-state solution, but that is not what this student is advocating. n/t
Coventina
Apr 17
#81
The Question is Open as to Whether a Jewish Ethno-State is Justified Considering the Holocaust
Giordano Burno
Apr 16
#7
You comparing the nation of Israel to a slave-based plantation is extremely gross and offensive.
Coventina
Apr 17
#62
Her social media posts called for the "complete abolishment of the state of Israel."
SunSeeker
Apr 17
#59
Are you suggesting USC should give its mic to someone who believes Israel should be "completely abolished"?
SunSeeker
Apr 17
#71