The Genie That Will Never Go Back in the Bottle: Part 1 of Our Week Inside NYC Campus Encampments

Ep. 315 of Michael Moore's podcast
On this week’s episodes of Michael Moore’s podcast, Mike and his crew disobey the college presidents and NYC’s Mayor Adam’s orders to “outsiders” to stay off the campuses and to stop trying to “radicalize” our youth (because young people don’t have a mind of their own). Mike’s crew (Angie, Donald, and “Anonymous”) paid a visit to protest encampments made up of students from Columbia, City College, City University (CUNY), etc. to hear directly from the brilliant student organizers of these historic demonstrations. These are the voices you won’t hear on the mainstream media. Listen here to their eloquence and passion as they take a stand for the Palestinian people.
And then either join them - or start one yourself.
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[@active1508]

It's OK everyone! CNN, MSNBC, FOX NEWS, JOE BIDEN, AND DONALD TRUMP all stand for the RIGHT of Israel to protest Free Speech in AMERICA!

[@ThomasRSkillman]

Thank god. I was really worried for poor little besieged Israel.

[@DalilahR]

Excellent comment.

[@jcimsn8464]

They are protesting antisemitism. A few gentle interviews doesn't characterize these protests. Useful idiots for Hamas and Hezbollah. They use their people as pawns and human shields. They want to destroy Israel.

[@witta505]

THIS.

[@alexbaro]

What's been called "conspiracy theories" has been proven true and ALL the above mentioned partners are now scrambling to put the genie back in the bottle

[@lindaflesch7303]

I've been so upset about this. Every news station is 💯 % propaganda

[@Arisaem]

It was like that with George W's lies too. Craziest thing about that - when Afghanistan was becoming a democratic country, the wealthy despots migrated north and George Bush Sr sold them weapons when he was head of the CIA - they became the Taliban. I swear, the US plan was always to hand that country back to the Taliban. Then you find out all the BS Israel did to empower Hamas like 20 yrs ago. Literally just playing chess with human lives.

[@mikebunch3443]

​@stevemorley How is this propaganda?

[@lewisstreet7266]

The guy singing to fucking Allah gives the creeps.

[@mikebunch3443]

@@stevemorley NO kiddin?

[@robvangessel3766]

They're all corporate-owned, so their formats are geared to cater to a specific audience, who tune in to hear only what they want to hear. The classic ratings war overrides the need for hard news. It factors a lot in the broader crises we all now face. BTW, this shit got started in the 1990s when Bill Clinton deregulated the communications industry. Corporations bought out everything and steadily retooled news media formats.

[@jantonisito]

In America you have rights until you actually try to use them. Especially if you challenge our unelected rulers - the military industrial complex.

[@robvangessel3766]

While there is an unspoken and critical war between America's middle class and the MIC as WELL as the corporate oligarchs and the billionaires, you're oversimplifying the conditions of our rights - at the moment. You WON'T be, however, if Trump gets the White House back. Once they trounce our voting rights, we'll totally see the picture you just described.

[@hitreset0291]

As George Carlin used to say, "Americans don't have rights, they only have privileges. And the government can take those privileges off of you at anytime".

[@robvangessel3766]

@@hitreset0291 Sure. But as opposed to where? It's all relative. We have a democracy compromised by an ever-growing oligarcy; Russia has an absolute oligarchy; in turn, Russia's cyber-meddling with western Europe has been compromising THEIR democracies; the Middle East Muslim countries are all theocratic dictatorships that offer no freedom to women or gay people; and most of Asia is controlled by power-hoarding despots. Who is responsible for OUR government? Ultimately, us. When we vote for assholes or don't vote at all, that's what gets into power in the long run. And as long as we can't reform or eliminate the money-controlled electoral college, so that general elections are determined by the Popular Vote - and, for that matter, getting rid of Gerrymandering OUTRIGHT - we're locked to a 2-party system. Inconvenient facts fly all around us.

[@jryecart8017]

thanks for the CRT FALLACY OF COMPOSITION

[@jantonisito]

@@jryecart8017 What does critical race theory have to do with anything?

[@user-gi1ve3ch6e]

Michal moore is always on right side of history

[@dwr1611]

yes, if i am unsure of something, i come to hear Michael's perspective....he always has the right take on almost about everything

[@DonaldTurner]

thank you Michael for giving a platform to our student leaders ♥

[@lynandhenrymeyerding3392]

So reminiscent of the civil rights coverage and anti-war coverage in the 1960s... really takes me back, alas. I hoped we had learned something in the last 75 years...

[@lifesabeach9451]

Makes you feel young again! "How many deaths will it take til he knows that too many people have died?"

[@ThomasRSkillman]

We have learned nothing. The military/industrial complex is stronger than ever; just look at all the wars we have been involved in since the Vietnam War. Look at the resulting 34 trillion dollar debt, which is a direct result of all the money spent on this madness. The debt comes purely from the money spent on this shit. The right and left...everybody needs to fight against the state. MAGA should not be just empty rhetoric.

[@JosieFair-zh8up]

Yes, I too was involved in the 60s and 70s Civil Rights and Peace Movements and am saddened that our Right To Protest is still not available to us.

[@Stevechannel4]

I never really liked your videos or documentaries in the past I thought they could’ve been better. But this time old chap, you’ve struck gold! I’m glad that someone with your reputation and success is standing up for the voices which up to this point have been stifled . I would like you to continue!! Well done, Michael. My hat is off to you at long last.

[@MWhaleK]

Good to see Michael Moore is on the case.

[@zaidasedien2808]

You can do what ever you want except criticize isreal 🙄 much respect Michael 🇿🇦

[@enriquemartinez5647]

Conscious solidarity and courage. Somebody is actually fighting for the shock ridden and murder people of an unseen región. I salute you from México.

[@jryecart8017]

and of course, ya got no proof .... again - - - Hamas built a command center underneath Shifa hospital For years, Hamas has been using a bunker underneath Shifa, the largest hospital in Gaza, as a base of military operations. During the 2009 conflict between Israel and Hamas, Israeli intelligence officials suspected the hospital was being used for cover. According to the Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center, Hamas “closed off some of the departments, stationed armed guards and closely examined everyone in the hospital. … Ismail Haniyeh, head of the de facto Hamas administration, set up his headquarters in the hospital’s burn ward.” Hamas has also insisted on conducting interviews in Shifa’s courtyard, using wounded patients as props for propaganda. ^^^^ FDD

[@kathyendo8900]

ceasefire, humanitarian aide, negotiations should be the only thing US supports. Brave students leading -it is their turn , it is their future. keep it peaceful. marched in Madison WI against Vietnam. Prayers and mantrams to the children of war.

[@commandZee]

Those protesters are the best of us! There is hope for the future. Thanks for sharing this Michael!

[@jacquilayton2557]

These protestors want America dead, they want the end of the west. And yes one day they will be your leaders.

[@DalilahR]

The things in this video are what Chris Hedges was talking about when he said and wrote, "Brace yourself. The American Empire is over. And the descent is going to be [is] horrifying."

[@olyokie]

Hope youre correct cousin but I thought the same about Occupy Wall Street. Our royals have pretty much wrapped up control of media….. France 1789….

[@aes0p895]

I've never met any of these people, but I love each of them. I am ashamed of the violence that's happened the past months.

[@Greattime911]

Michael why the majority of Americans always take the wrong side of world’s conflicts is it due to ignorance or greed?

[@howardtheduck5958]

Ignorance and fear

[@pauljastrzebiec-milewski4410]

Both!!!😢😢😢

[@AbleMable]

🇵🇸

[@donnavorce8856]

Money, power and prestige. And they're fully addicted to these and will do anything to anyone to ensure MORE. And MORE. And MORE. No one means anything to them. Probably not even their own family.

[@ChristinaGerlach]

Most of our media is right-wing propaganda. Most of the history we learn is right-wing propaganda. You really have to put in the work not to be ignorant.

[@ImaCatMaia]

Thank you for doing this, Michael 💖

[@halamer7432]

Prayers for peace on earth. Love, love and more love to all. Spread love, evil hates love and goodness. Sending love to all Jews, Christians and Muslims.❤❤❤ United we stand against evil and injustice. Freedom!! Love you Micheal Moore for being always the voice of reason.

[@KacyLatham]

That’s right, this won’t be swept under and forgotten then business as usual… ever

[@TheSci-fiAnarchist42]

These kids give me hope for the future. God bless them. #FreePalestine 🇵🇸

[@susilemare198]

Thank you Michael for being a voice of reason ! Thank you protestors, all of you for standing up for humanity and saying no to genecide !

[@panicmosem5969]

Yea, hostage takers and property destructive "students" are the best 🙄

[@edvermeulen7412]

From the Netherlands So refreshing to hear the truth, to listen to voices of courage and righteousness!!

[@steveray7770]

This is in your freest country of the world, and didn't you know, they are also the biggest democracy in the worls as well. Where all American politicians represent the "American citizens". What American wants, these politicians will get it for you, they speak for you. Until you disagree with them that is.

[@paradisecaregiving7126]

India is the biggest democracy in the world, not the USA. FACT! 🕉️🙏

[@steveray7770]

@@paradisecaregiving7126 technically, India is the most populate democracy in the world, right you are, I refering by "biggest" as the most powerful, and size wise, Canada is the largest democracy with not many people in it.

[@kasiafindlater4490]

Keep reporting

[@chicofrijoles]

I watched that live, just atrocious. Free Palestine! Stop the genocide! All eyes on Rafah!

[@jryecart8017]

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ - - - Hamas uses hospitals as shields, in violation of the Geneva Conventions According to international law, hospitals are not permitted to be used for military activity. According to the 1949 Geneva Conventions, “the responsible authorities shall ensure that the said medical establishments and units are, as far as possible, situated in such a manner that attacks against military objectives cannot imperil their safety.” A 1977 additional protocol says that “under no circumstances shall medical units be used in an attempt to shield military objectives from attack.” Firing rockets from near hospitals is Hamas doctrine Storing weapons near civilian sites, including hospitals, is part of Hamas’s doctrine. A NATO report examining Hamas activities between 2008 and 2014 found that they fire “rockets, artillery, and mortars from or in proximity to heavily populated civilian areas, often from or near facilities which should be protected.” Journalists from numerous media outlets, including the Financial Times, provided eyewitness testimony of rockets launched from near hospitals. ^^^^ FDD

[@user-bb8wu2jt2l]

ندعم بقوة مايكل مور michael moore من أجل الحفاظ على أرضنا من جشع "الحيوانات المفترسة"

[@gypsystargirl6626]

"They" are killing our beautiful Earth!

[@janellis6490]

Rubber bullets are plastic coated lead bullets and can be deadly! They can break bones and leave huge bruises and other damage!!!

[@aes0p895]

Powerful podcast, Michael. I am really touched.

[@sarahalzghoul2264]

I’ve always been a fan of Michael Moore. 👏👏👏👍👍👍👍

[@donaldcarpenter5328]

I have NOT seen this DEDICATION since the Vietnam War. My FIRST political act was gathering signatures to LOWER the voting age from 21 down to 18. "Not old enough to VOTE but old enough to DIE" was OUR motto!. My first demonstration was at the UW . It was a "counter-protest" against Iranians SUPPORTING the Ayatollah Khomeini and the students who took 52 Americans Hostage in Iran. We were there to TELL them that DISSENT against the Khomeini regime would lead their IMPRISONMENT! Now, unlike others, my brother Jim & I were PROTESTING BOTH the SHAH of Iran demanding he be KICKED OUT of the country and sent BACK to Iran! We were also PROTESTING the Carter Adm. allowing him to ENTER the US for "humanitarian" reasons the WE didn't subscribe to.

[@donaldcarpenter5328]

BTW the LAST demonstrations my wife and I attended was the SEPARATING kids from their families during the Trump Amd.

[@TheRealBlueValhalla]

Not old enough to vote but old enough to marry - child brides

[@ileanahernandez1709]

My first time protesting was before the Vietnam War asking for the Independence of my country Puerto Rico. Then against the Vietnam War.For Equal Rights and on,on and on!

[@jryecart8017]

@@donaldcarpenter5328 thanks for admitting you were wrong on both - - - Babies in cages The Biden junta re-activated the Obama era practice of locking children in cages. The junta renewed the Obama era program of locking migrant children in cages. The New York Times reported the junta was holding 3250 kids in "jail-like facilities" 38% longer than the law allows. Reports indicated that human traffickers were purchasing children for $3200. Drug cartels often recruit or kidnap migrants, hold them for ransom or murder them if their families don't comply with the operatives' demands.[455] Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador expressed concern over the junta incentivizing human trafficking and organized crime. The restoration of the Obama era Catch and Release program brought about the release of covid infected illegal aliens into American communities. According to CBS News, children were held in overcrowded conditions, and some were having to sleep on the floor and were going hungry. One immigration lawyer representing the children said there were kids who have only showered once in seven days and weren't allowed to shower more often. The children were not allowed outdoors and complained of not seeing the sun in days. The Donna complex which is supposed to hold only 250 people held 1,800, or 729% of its pandemic era capacity. The migrants were not able to observe any social distancing because of the massive number of people. The Washington Post reported “[y]oung people are waiting in cramped, austere holding cells with concrete floors and benches. Lights remain on 24 hours a day, agents say, and there are few places to play.

[@brentshowers741]

God bless these protestors. We will not surrender we will not back down. Stand your ground. This is our time to make a stand as a millennial I’m so proud of gen z.

[@Webmart01]

Yes he tried

[@jryecart8017]

HAHAHAHAAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHA - - - - Hamas has hidden under Shifa since 2007 In 2007, a doctor in Shifa Hospital said, “The medical staff are suffering from fear and terror, particularly of the Hamas fighters, who are in every corner of the hospital.” Former Israeli intelligence chief Avi Dichter said in 2009 that Hamas commanders even at times wear doctor’s robes. The same year, PBS said it “reached a doctor in Gaza who believes Hamas officials are hiding either in the basement or in a separate underground area underneath the hospital.” By 2014, the hospital had become a “de-facto” command center for Hamas. Journalists have revealed the use of the hospital by Hamas over the years. One foreign journalist said Hamas’s use of Shifa is an open secret, but reporters in Gaza are refuse to report about it out of fear for their personal safety. Hamas used hospitals in its 2014 war on Israel In 2014, the conflict between Israel and Hamas spotlighted how Hamas made use of hospitals as part of its strategy. “In Hamas’ world, hospitals are command centers, ambulances are transport vehicles, and medics are human shields,” the IDF said. This was a flagrant violation of international law.

[@mamadumusajalloh4758]

Mr. Moore, you are my Hero, keep doing the good work, a life in Palestine, a life in Israel, a life in Ukraine, a life in the US should all be treated the same, this racism from the so called western countries, is fuelling conflicts around the world

[@user-hs5js1is4p]

Michael Moore… please do a video version of your podcast on KZbin. We greatly enjoy your show but it would be 100 times better if we can also see you. There is definitely something powerful about visual media. As a great documentary director I am sure you understand the power of visuals. Thanks!

[@LindaMcification]

This I have to say is pretty powerful.

[@atxmaps]

I always supported Israel and planned to visit. But when Bibi started interfering in the US Bill of Rights in that press conference I felt so infuriated I did a 180. I do feel the issue is more complicated than the protestors think but agree I want America out of this and will do anything to support the students right to protest entirely because I also want to retain that right.

[@mauracassidy1762]

*THANK YOU STUDENTS* 👍 *TOMORROWS LEADERS CARE ABOUT JUSTICE TODAY* 👍 . .

[@beverlyadams7205]

Thank you Michael

[@babymonalisa]

Michael, run for Congress🙏❤️

[@r.bevantrembly3687]

Thank you Michael, for giving a voice to the people involved, not the spectators!

[@bennewman2474]

I can't believe what is happening. It's scary

[@aquariumlife2929]

Sue the police if you were arrested or hurt for exercising your first amendment right of peaceful protesting..sue the state...sue the universities if you were expelled or suspended...I'm sure there will be a hoard of lawyers that will want their name in the correct side of humanity's history

[@alin81-82]

"Behaviour to preserve democracy, need not be behaviour that pleases democracy" -Aristotle

[@Shuhannazy]

Thank you for giving them a voice

[@paulinaconcha2200]

Un forte abbraccio e forza a tutte le persone che ancora riescono a identificare e condannare le ingiustizie di questo mondo....❤❤

[@AnnetteKapple]

If they agree with your protest you have freedom of speech.

[@ailblentyn]

Thanks for caring enough to keep being on the right side.

[@WizDomSon]

Incredibly moving

[@radar536]

Hi Michael! Good Job. as always.

[@browngreen933]

Z-O-G isn't just a conspiracy theory anymore. 😢

[@rosshole]

Wow! Such an amazing episode of Rumble! Thank you, Michael Moore!!! 🍉

[@rskeyesful]

I remember Kent State and how LONG it took before people realized what it means when the US Army guns down University students walking to class.

[@Jovilary]

Good stuff! Free Palestine, ceasefire now!

[@josephkaminer2337]

I can't believe they are shooting at our kids! They could blind someone!

[@AbleMable]

❤❤❤❤ thanks for this!

[@sonjah1913]

❤❤❤

[@JayAr709]

Hasn’t anyone here seen my old friends Abraham, Martin, and John?

[@vertigo1933]

Hermosa solidaridad .

[@VeganTrove]

Free Palestine ❤️🇵🇸

[@Wheese8]

Just like with BLM: The ONLY way to see what's actually happening is on-the-ground independent journalism.

[@tosca...]

I'm in Australia and I will always listen to you Michael Moore. As a lifetime activist on the right side of history everytime, I can testify to how any peaceful protest will become violent as soon as police and most politicians become involved ✊🏻✊🏻✊🏻 I'm crying to hear the students as I do my supermarket shopping. The student's bravery is always impressive

[@pacz8114]

(- and let this be a lesson, dear children: please ensure your poultry cooking temperature reaches the minimum requirement of 165F - lest you risk contracting campylobacter, salmonella or E. coli, which may risk sustained untoward impact to that notable mass between your ears inside your skull - as neatly demonstrated by tosca...)

[@tosca...]

@@pacz8114 Lol, I don't know, should I tell the children I'm a vegan because I don't want sentient animals to die for me?

[@jryecart8017]

HAHAHAHAAHAHAHAAHA ya failed at showing any facts - - - 1 year old Davell Gardner, Jr. was murdered by DEMOCRAT peaceful protesters while in his stroller after the DEMOCRATS cut $1 billion in funding for NYPD.

[@panicmosem5969]

​@@tosca... figures

[@suad01]

The Right Side of History TM. This dude was 100% behind Hillary in 2016. He isnt perfect

[@mwatts6755]

I’ve never seen American’s get their ass kicked so bad for protesting

[@dexstewart862]

Black civil rights protesters got dogs sent at them. So far I haven't seen that be brought back

[@OriginalGrasshopper]

This is nothing. 4 students were killed by the National Guard at Kent State University in Ohio in 1970.

[@Stevechannel4]

You can’t kick the youth of today for very long until they begin to kick back and when they do kick back boy oh boy, do they kick?

[@MahkyVmedia1]

Lol the George Floyd protests were like 3 years ago. There's footage of cops shooting a protester in the face with a tear gas canister from like 5 feet away and that wasn't even the worst of it

[@MahkyVmedia1]

George Floyd protests a few years ago... Were you not around then?

[@danlewis7641]

America. This is wrong.

[@MahkyVmedia1]

And all you'll ever do about it is text

[@djonfonsteen6331]

The Genie might be locked down if another engineered threat turns up. The tool box they have is just repulsive and used regularly

[@boherupnielsen6355]

Greetings from Denmark. ❤ Kent State repeting itself. Have'nt you learnt anything.

[@pacz8114]

To Lizzie Warren - it’s a Navajo To Michael Moore - it’s a 10-pound Sloppy Joe To Bernie Sanders - it’s being a kolboynick To a smoker - it’s a Kent!

[@kittykatmeowers3392]

As a previous autoworker, social worker, and teacher, I have endlessly asked where I can become a "professional protestor," but they can never give me any answers. A link or phone number? Lol, but nothing yet!

[@sarahfern7128]

Didn't the LAPD learn "crowd control" from the IOF in Israel?

[@cev12]

Wish the masses (of students, or humans generally) cared this much about the climate crisis that is threatening and will endanger us all (including other innocent animal and plant, etc. species)... 😐

[@brendanukveteran2360]

Baton rounds can be lethal...meant to be fired at the ground so they richocet into a crowd and I know 'cos we used then during riots in Ulster. If they are fired directly at someone, you risk killing, blindin or maiming them. Police are undisciplined or WANTING to cause injury. Michael, you are trying to reach people who don't think : they just feel but believe whatever feelings they have represent some kind of truth or undeniable fact.

[@christopherandstephaniehil5782]

Have another cupcake buttercup

[@lindaflesch7303]

Is this live now???

[@mauracassidy1762]

*TO KNOW WHO RULES YOU - SIMPLY, LEARN WHO YOU MUST NOT CRITICISE ! !* 🤐😳 .

[@ChristinaGerlach]

Fight for the rights of man in America 1776. -- Fight to regain our human rights 2024.

[@simonsteen-andersen3181]

In solidarity with student protests & their stated demands

[@jryecart8017]

@@simonsteen-andersen3181 ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ - - - Biden’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget will be released this coming Monday, March 11 (35 days late). While we wait, the House Budget Committee is analyzing data from last year’s budget and its impact on federal spending: By the Numbers: The President’s FY2024 budget proposed the highest sustained levels of spending in U.S. history: $82.2 trillion in spending over ten years, eclipsing 24.8% of GDP. This is $21 trillion higher than the pre-Biden CBO projection. As a share of the economy, this is 18% more spending than the historical average of the past half century (21.1%). ^^^^ BUDGET COMMITTEE

[@theashpilez]

On the road there's Texaco.. 👨‍🔧

[@craigbrowning9448]

19:11 Protest Song.

[@massford2767]

Wonderful podcast. Thank you MM. Those students are so inspiring. America has a future afterall. But get rid of your two party system. Get rid of Tweedledumb & Tweedledumber. Vote Cornel West or Jill Stein.

[@hakkah8564]

❤Students❤

[@nawafdreams]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 *🔫 Danger of rubber bullets used against peaceful protesters* - Rubber bullets can be extremely painful and even cause broken bones if hit. - The LAPD is firing rubber bullets at unarmed, non-violent Palestinian protesters on the UCLA campus. - The speaker has personal experience being shot at with rubber bullets by the Israeli Defense Force while reporting on the First Palestinian Intifada in 1988. 02:31 *🌍 Student protests for Palestine across US campuses* - This week, students across hundreds of US campuses have risen up to stand for the people of Palestine who are under siege and slaughter by the Israeli army. - The speaker's crew visited protest encampments at Columbia, CUNY, and other NYC campuses to hear directly from the students. - The students have been "brilliant" and "organized and peaceful" in their protests, despite being "smeared and slandered" by the media. 04:49 *🗣️ Giving voice to the student protesters* - The speaker wants to share the voices of the student protesters, as they are not heard in the mainstream media. - He believes the students are being lied about and portrayed as "just kids" being controlled by "outside agitators", which is false. - The speaker applauds the students for taking a stand and exercising their democratic rights to assemble, have free speech, and disrupt non-violently. 08:14 *🇵🇸 Visiting the CUNY encampment* - The speaker and his crew visit the encampment at the City College of New York (CCNY). - The encampment has a prominent Palestinian flag displayed under the American flag on a large flagpole. - A banner outlines the five demands of the encampment: divest, boycott, solidarity, demilitarize, and a people's university. 09:05 *🕴️ Student organizer discusses the encampment* - A student organizer from the CI for Palestine group and SJP leader at Hunter College describes how the encampment was organized. - As a Palestinian American student, the organizer felt censorship and repression on US campuses, inspiring them to take action. - The encampment is demanding the university divest, respect academic boycotts, show solidarity, remove police/military presence, and create a "people's university". 13:44 *🔯 Jewish student perspective on Zionism and colonialism* - A Jewish student from the "Not In Our Name" collective discusses how Zionism is anti-Semitic and harmful to Jews. - Zionism prioritizes a Jewish state over the lives of Jews and Palestinians, whom it oppresses through colonialism. - The student argues Zionism is the root issue, not just anti-Semitism, and debunks the narrative that these protests are anti-Semitic. 15:48 *🇮🇱 Jewish student solidarity with Palestinian liberation* - A Jewish Cy student explains their dual identity as a Jew and socialist, and the need for Jewish voices to support Palestinian liberation. - As someone with family ties to Israel, the student feels obligated to speak out against the oppression of Palestinians. - The student emphasizes the importance of Jewish solidarity in this movement, as Palestinian voices are being silenced. 18:33 *🎓 Risks and repercussions for student activism* - The Jewish student is currently a non-degree student, and faces potential repercussions from the university for their involvement in the encampment. - However, the student is willing to face these risks because they believe the movement is worth the sacrifices. - The student is prepared for the possibility of police escalation and arrest, as this is a struggle they are committed to. 20:00 *🕊️ Faculty solidarity and support for the encampment* - Faculty members from the Professional Staff Congress union have come out in support of the student encampment. - A union vice president expressed willingness to listen to the students' demands, which is seen as a positive start. - Faculty are planning to bring their classes to the encampment on May Day to teach about liberation and Palestine. 24:01 *🧠 Impressed by students' organization and vision* - A graduate student involved in supporting the encampment is impressed by the "brilliant" planning and "meticulous organization" of the undergraduate student organizers. - The student describes a balance between carefully thought-out plans and a "fearlessness" in the students' commitment to the cause of Palestine. - The speaker notes the encampment has a beautiful, grounded atmosphere focused on the central issue of Palestine and Gaza. - The student organizers keep the focus on the struggle against the genocide in Gaza, despite facing attacks and attempts to delegitimize the movement. - The encampment cultivates a "beautiful community" and vision of how things could be, while remaining deeply serious about the urgent situation in Palestine. - The student leaders draw inspiration and lessons from past campus movements, like the 1969 struggle for open admissions. 26:31 *🔒 Know your rights training* - The encampment provides know-your-rights training for participants, instructing them on how to respond to police interactions. - The key advice is to firmly but calmly assert "Am I free to leave?" and remain silent, refusing to provide any information to officers. - This training aims to empower and protect the protesters in the face of potential arrests or escalation by authorities. 30:01 *🗣️ Challenges of encampment organizing* - The organizers emphasize the importance of communication and inclusivity in managing the diverse encampment community. - They hold daily assemblies to update participants and gather feedback, recognizing the difficulties of coordinating people from different backgrounds. 31:41 *🚨 Confrontations with campus security* - The encampment has faced attempts by campus public safety officers to enter and disrupt the protest. - Students and faculty have successfully pushed back against these attempts, demonstrating the power of their unified collective action. 34:02 *🔗 Connecting to historical struggles* - A veteran activist from the 1969 campus protests shares the importance of building community support and drawing inspiration from past movements. - The current encampment is seen as carrying on the legacy of those earlier struggles against imperialism and for marginalized communities. 36:25 *🗳️ Critiquing the Democratic party and Biden* - The student organizer expresses disappointment and lack of faith in the Democratic party and President Biden, who they see as complicit in the ongoing oppression of Palestinians. - They argue that true change requires the people to reclaim their power, not rely on politicians who serve the interests of the state and Israeli occupation. 40:04 *🛡️ Addressing accusations of anti-Semitism* - The organizers confront the common misconception that their movement is anti-Semitic, highlighting the presence and support of their Jewish allies. - They argue that anti-Zionism is not the same as anti-Semitism, and that their struggle is against oppression and for the liberation of all marginalized peoples. 44:09 *🕊️ Emphasizing love and solidarity in the movement* - The organizers stress that their movement is fueled by love and a genuine desire for justice, not hatred or a desire for conflict. - They have explicitly chosen to not engage with or provoke Zionist counter-protesters, as their focus remains on the liberation of Palestinians. 45:49 *📢 Encouraging other students to take action* - The organizers urge other college and high school students to follow their example and start their own encampments or protests in solidarity with Palestine. - They emphasize that the time for action is now, as inaction is complicity in the ongoing oppression and genocide. 48:05 *🏕️ Commitment to sustaining the encampment* - The organizers make it clear that the encampment is a permanent fixture until their five key demands are met by the university administration. - They are prepared to face arrests, suspensions, or other repercussions, but vow to return and continue their protest until they achieve their objectives. 48:54 *🗣️ Chanting demands for justice* - The students and supporters chant slogans demanding "no tuition" and an end to the "genocide" in Palestine. - The chanting reflects the resolute determination of the protest movement to keep fighting until their key demands are met. 49:30 *🏪 Acknowledgement of sponsors* - The speaker acknowledges the podcast's sponsors, Shopify and Moink, for supporting the platform to elevate these important voices. - Shopify is described as an accessible commerce platform empowering individuals and businesses, while Moink is a mission-driven meat subscription service supporting small family farms. 52:39 *💬 Final reflections and calls to action* - The speaker expresses deep appreciation for the powerful voices and experiences shared by the student organizers. - The speaker encourages high school and college students to follow the example of the protest encampments and exercise their right to free speech. 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The five demands of the student protest encampment are: 09:38 💼 Disclose and Divest The encampment is demanding the university disclose and divest from investments and contracts with Israeli-funded companies. 11:38 🎓 Respect Academic Boycott They are demanding the university cut ties with universities that have connections to Israel and Birthright trips. 12:20 🤝 Solidarity with Faculty and Students The encampment is demanding the university stand in solidarity with and investigate the repression faced by pro-Palestinian students and faculty. 12:46 🚓 Remove NYPD and IOF from Campus They are demanding the removal of NYPD surveillance and Israeli soldiers from the university campuses. 13:00 🏫 People's University The encampment is demanding free tuition, fair wages for faculty, and the restoration of free speech rights on campus. The five demands are coming from the student protest encampments at various CUNY (City University of New York) campuses, specifically: 08:14 City College of New York (CCNY) 09:05 Hunter College 12:20 CUNY in general

[@sarahfern7128]

Please vote for Jill Stein. She has a good chance: she has the youth vote.

[@tennaj1367]

Michael Moore is and has been the most patriotic public figure in my lifetime! Followed closely by General Russel L. Honoré !

[@mellonlord4616]

I you cover Eric Adams bring on Olayemi Olurin! She's a lawyer and she confronted him on The Breakfast Club which is a must see.

[@tylerhackner9731]

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[@veraiskandarian4547]

Thanks for giving all these students a voice and especially Palestine. Free Palestine

[@jryecart8017]

ya got no facts - - - Hamas used al-Wafa Hospital for military purposes Al-Wafa Hospital was turned into a command center, rocket-launching site, and observation post, according to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in 2014. “Hamas repeatedly opened fire from hospital windows and used anti-tank missiles from the premises. Hamas deliberately and cynically turned the hospital into a legitimate military target.” When the IDF carried out a precision airstrike near the hospital, it first called to warn their administrators. Video released during the 2014 conflict showed Hamas launching rockets next to al-Wafa Hospital in the Shajaiyeh neighborhood of Gaza City. The IDF claimed the hospital has been “a hotbed of terrorists activities, with gun and anti-tank missile fire originating from the site.”

[@today75b]

Anything that hits you hurts. Protests waste resources and always send the wrong message because there is nothing productive being done to actually offer anything worthwhile because of being too busy to take real action. Imagine if the students had a widespread donation rally? Support is more efficient over isolated protest groups.

[@xpresident]

The genie will be stuffed back in its bottle and tossed in the ocean come November

[@amania9254]

😢😢😢 "FreeSpeech, American Values,..." = Sh!t

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[@donnavorce8856]

See it in these documentaries: 5 broken cameras (nominated for Oscar) Cold Stone Justice Gaza’s fight for freedom Checkpoint 2003 O¢¢upation 101 Jenin, Jenin Shadows of the West Defamation Tantura (on internet archives) Born in Deir Ya$$in The o¢¢upation of Am€rican Mind Two ßlue Lines to see if i'm smiling

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We are a republic,

[@ErinCollective]

During the season of Occupy movements, Taiwan actually successfully occupied their government buildings and got a revolution effectively, some of the protestors became cabinet members. Funny how we hear so much about Taiwan but not their recent political history.

[@garysantos7053]

-American Police Officers Traveled to Israel for Training- Arab citizens of Israel have been subjected to unlawful force from officers during peaceful demonstrations, sweeping mass arrests, torture, and other ill-treatment in detention, and police have failed to protect Palestinians from premeditated attacks by righ-twing Jewish extremists, the human rights watchdog said on Thursday. -Source: The Guardian.

[@no-brakes]

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MICHAEL MOORE GO LIVE IN GAZA

[@ellenregonini8232]

You can't leave innocent Israelis who have been killed or captured, and more, out of this conversation!

[@ileanahernandez1709]

When are the Israelis going to free the thousands of Palestinians held illegally in Israeli prisons?

[@jerrydeanswanson79]

And tell me...the sign with the 5 1/2 points. Was that supposed to be the house rules for that protest group? So... tell me...where were those "rules" followed, eh? But it looks good on camera. Bottom line for me...they had me with the "why" but lost me when the violence started. And I am afraid the property damage and violence drowns out any message touted.

[@lupecano4820]

Que lastima q esté en inglés ojalá lo traduzcan al español

[@mieliav]

check out how UNRWA has kept the palestinians down.

[@donnavorce8856]

The cops have the right to defend z io g cide against peace protestors.

[@alpheuswoodley8435]

Very clever 😁

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[@WilliamRoot-ju4pp]

1 Corinthians 13:11 King James Version 11 When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things. Time for the children to go to time out.