Months after anti-Israel groups at Columbia University claimed they were victims of a chemical weapons attack by an Israeli student, new information has emerged to challenge these allegations. According to a recent complaint filed against the university, it was revealed that the student had used a novelty fart spray, rather than a harmful chemical, during a protest.
The student was suspended after attending a Pro-Palestinian protest on January 17, where he sprayed a non-toxic fart spray into the air. The complaint states that he had purchased this gag spray on Amazon for a mere $26.11. Disputing the claims made by Students for Justice in Palestine Columbia (SJP) and Jewish Voice for Peace Columbia (JVP), the filing noted that there is no evidence to support the supposed harm caused by the spray.
Furthermore, it was revealed that the individuals who filed complaints against the student had declined counseling and medical evaluations. They had also started fundraising pages to solicit donations for their alleged suffering. These actions were seen as an attempt to characterize the plaintiff as dangerous, despite the lack of evidence to support such claims.
The filing clarified that the student brought the spray to express his speech and thoughts on the pro-Hamas, pro-Palestine, anti-Israel sentiment at the rally. The spray was not directed at any individual, but rather a harmless expression of discontent. The student’s actions were intended to critique the message being promoted at the protest and nothing more.
The complaint further accuses Columbia University of discriminatory treatment towards the plaintiff, noting that the university failed to take action against students who called for violence at an unauthorized event. This treatment, according to the complaint, is a clear example of disparate treatment based on the student’s Jewish identity.
The student endured death threats on social media and the spread of false information claiming he was armed and dangerous. Despite expressing concerns for his safety, the university took no action against this doxing, which violated university policies.
This case highlights the ongoing issue of antisemitism on college campuses, including Columbia University. By filing this lawsuit, the student seeks to hold the university accountable for ignoring the experiences of Jewish students who have faced discrimination for far too long.
The student hopes to receive a fair trial by jury to address these issues of discrimination and misrepresentation. Ultimately, this case sheds light on the importance of ensuring a balanced and respectful environment for all students, regardless of their background or beliefs.
Een FAQ-sectie gebaseerd op de belangrijkste onderwerpen en informatie in het artikel:
V: Wat heeft de student gebruikt tijdens de protestactie?
A: De student heeft een niet-giftige scheet-spray gebruikt in plaats van een schadelijke chemische stof.
V: Hoeveel heeft de student betaald voor de scheet-spray?
A: De student heeft de scheet-spray voor slechts $26,11 gekocht op Amazon.
V: Wat is er gebeurd met de student na de protestactie?
A: De student is geschorst.
V: Wat beweert de aanklacht tegen de universiteit?
A: Volgens de aanklacht heeft de universiteit discriminerend gehandeld ten opzichte van de student en geen actie ondernomen tegen studenten die opriepen tot geweld tijdens een niet-geautoriseerd evenement.
V: Wat wordt er beweerd over de schade veroorzaakt door de scheet-spray?
A: Er is geen bewijs om de beweringen van schade veroorzaakt door de spray te ondersteunen.
V: Wat is het doel van de student geweest met het gebruik van de scheet-spray?
A: De student wilde met de spray zijn standpunten uiten over het pro-Hamas, pro-Palestina, anti-Israël sentiment tijdens de protestactie.
Belangrijke termen en vakjargon:
– Pro-Palestina: Voorstander van de Palestijnse zaak.
– Anti-Israël: Tegenstander van Israël.
– Gaz (als in “niet-giftige gaz-spray”): Een algemene term voor een gassen of sprays, vaak gebruikt als een jargon voor producten die irritatie of ongemak veroorzaken.
Suggestie voor gerelateerde links:
– Columbia University
– Mensenrechten Watch – Israël en Palestina