Commentary
Canadian campuses, following trends of protest in the United States, are now showing moral outrage at Israel’s actions in response to Hamas’s Oct. 7 massacre. Hamas, an organization hostile to Israel’s existence, has drawn criticism for its tactics, including using civilians as shields.
The recent Hamas attack resulted in casualties similar to historical events like Pearl Harbor and 9/11, underscoring the gravity of the situation. Despite media reports, Israel’s Defense Forces prioritize minimizing civilian casualties in the conflict.
Hamas’s actions contrast with the promises made to Palestinians and Jews in the past, making their cause harder to sympathize with. The current support for Hamas on some Canadian campuses is concerning, given the organization’s violent and extremist nature.
Efforts by universities like Toronto and Ottawa to prevent disruptive protests and hateful rhetoric are commendable. However, challenges remain, as seen in the situation at McGill University in Montreal.
If action is not taken to address the increasing numbers of disruptive individuals at McGill campus, there is a risk that their senseless militancy will attract even more troublemakers. The instigators are likely a mix of extremist Muslims taking advantage of our hospitality and naive students influenced by our self-loathing academic environment. The responsibility falls on our university administrators to follow the example of universities in Texas and Georgia by clearing their campuses of such disruptive elements, rather than following the weak leadership seen in most Ivy League institutions. It is time to take a stand and prevent further chaos. The federal immigration minister, Marc Miller, has addressed the issue, but we are still waiting for a clear response from Justin Trudeau. It is crucial to address these issues before they escalate further. This article reflects the opinions of the author and may not necessarily align with those of The Epoch Times.
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