On April 30, the New York City police department acted to evict pro-Palestinian protesters from occupying Columbia University’s Hamilton Hall at the request of university administration. Minouche Shafik, president of Columbia University, issued a statement explaining the action as the result of the “drastic escalation of many months of protest activity” that created “a disruptive environment for everyone.” Read More
Protest demands an audience. It is the common goal of every boycott, sit-in, march and petition, whether the message is clever (arranging 52 school buses in the shape of a rifle) or clumsy (throwing soup at art). Media coverage is a tool to build awareness and ultimately effect change. To win hearts and minds, you must be seen and heard. Read More