Staff Reports
At the University of Southern California, a group of students set up an encampment in solidarity with the Palestinian People.
Here Are the 'Community Guidelines' at USC's 'Gaza Solidarity Encampment'https://t.co/qE1QAR3mDp
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They claim to be camping in support of those facing a “US-funded genocide.” Really? Talk about exaggeration! This kind of rhetoric is just fear-mongering and spreading false information. It’s important to stick to the facts and not get caught up in such extreme language.
Then they go on about not desecrating the land and picking up trash. It’s troubling that they even have to remind people to clean up after themselves. These guidelines shouldn’t have to spell out common sense.
They claim it could make others uncomfortable and increase the risk of police targeting. Sorry, but if you’re camping on university grounds, you should follow the law and university rules, not create your own mini-nation with special exceptions.
The guidelines also touch on respecting personal boundaries and not engaging with “Zionist counter-protesters.” It’s one thing to have boundaries and respect others, but actively avoiding dialogue with those who may have opposing views is just plain closed-minded. Healthy discussions and debates are essential for growth and understanding.
These guidelines reveal a lot about the students’ mindset. They seem to be more focused on pushing a specific narrative and shutting down any opposition rather than fostering an open and respectful environment for dialogue.
