Activism often lands on the right side of history. But history also shows that tactical mistakes and smashing windows can weaken protests’ effectiveness.
Columbia University’s radio station and other student-led news outlets have provided some of the most detailed coverage of the turmoil engulfing university campuses.
Some of those arrested during the pro-Palestinian protest were outsiders, not students or others who appeared to be affiliated with the school, according to an analysis of Police Department data.
The university released the letter after police entered Hamilton Hall, a building that was occupied by dozens of demonstrators. Columbia’s commencement is currently scheduled for May 15.