Democrat billionaire Bill Ackman raises alarm over escalating anti-Semitism at Harvard.
Billionaire Hedge Fund Manager Slams Harvard President for Allowing Anti-Semitism on Campus
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman recently penned a scathing letter to Harvard President Claudine Gay, expressing his concerns about the growing number of anti-Semitic incidents on campus. In the letter, which he shared on social media, Ackman criticized Gay for creating an environment where Jewish students are being attacked by pro-Hamas activists.
The letter comes in the wake of a horrific attack by Hamas, which resulted in the death of 1,400 Israelis, the injury of over 5,300 individuals, and the kidnapping of more than 240 people on October 7.
Ackman revealed that he had been in dialogue with various members of the corporation board, alumni, students, and faculty for the past four weeks, sharing their concerns and waiting for action from the university. However, he expressed his disappointment and loss of confidence in Gay and the university’s ability to address the issue effectively.
After meeting with Jewish, Israeli, and non-Jewish students and faculty at the Law School, Ackman realized that the situation at Harvard was far worse than he had initially thought. He witnessed Jewish students being bullied, physically intimidated, spat on, and even physically assaulted, as captured in widely-disseminated videos. He also discovered that student Slack message boards were filled with anti-Semitic statements, memes, and images.
Ackman criticized Gay for allowing the protesters to make eliminationist and anti-Semitic statements on campus, despite the potential violation of the First Amendment. He also highlighted Harvard’s poor ranking in supporting free speech, as reported by The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) Annual College Free Speech Rankings.
Expressing his sadness, Ackman emphasized that Harvard had become a place where Jewish students feared physical violence and had to endure classmates openly posting anti-Semitic content without facing any consequences. He also criticized Harvard’s Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging, stating that it did not support Jewish, Asian, and non-LGBTQIA White students.
In his letter, Ackman called on Gay to take immediate action, including suspending students involved in attacking Jewish students, addressing far-left extremists chanting for the elimination of Israel, and taking disciplinary actions against students spreading anti-Semitism through Slack channels. He also urged Gay to establish a task force to address the issues within the DEI office, release the results of the anti-Semitism task force’s investigation, and make it clear that while free speech is tolerated, hate speech and incitement to violence are not acceptable at Harvard.
Please see my below letter to the President of Harvard University sent today:
November 4, 2023
Dear President Gay,
I am writing this letter to you regretfully. Never did I think I would have to write a letter to the president of my alma mater about the impact of her actions…
— Bill Ackman (@BillAckman) November 5, 2023
What specific actions did Bill Ackman call for in his letter to Harvard President Claudine Gay to address the problem of anti-Semitism on campus?
K groups were hosting anti-Israel events that promoted anti-Semitic rhetoric and encouraged hatred towards Jewish students.
Ackman highlighted the fact that Harvard, as one of the most prestigious universities in the world, has a responsibility to create a safe and inclusive environment for all its students. He expressed his disbelief that such acts of hatred were tolerated and allowed to persist on campus.
In his letter, Ackman called on Gay to take immediate and decisive action to address the problem. He urged her to publicly condemn anti-Semitism and take proactive measures to ensure the safety of Jewish students. Ackman also emphasized the importance of educating the campus community about the historical context and implications of anti-Semitism, as well as implementing disciplinary actions for those who engage in hate speech and violence.
Furthermore, Ackman stressed the need for Harvard to foster an environment that encourages dialogue and respectful debate around contentious issues, such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He proposed the establishment of a task force comprised of students, faculty, and alumni, who would work together to develop strategies for promoting peace, understanding, and respect among diverse groups on campus.
Ackman’s letter has garnered significant attention and support from both the Harvard community and the wider public. Many individuals have expressed their gratitude to Ackman for speaking out against anti-Semitism and demanding swift action from the university.
Harvard University has since responded to Ackman’s letter, acknowledging the seriousness of the issue and committing to addressing it. In a statement, President Claudine Gay stated that she shares Ackman’s concerns and is personally committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.
The university has undertaken several immediate actions, anti-semitism-at-harvard-that-is-getting-worse/” title=”Democrat billionaire Bill Ackman raises alarm over escalating anti-Semitism at Harvard.”>including increasing security measures on campus, implementing mandatory diversity and inclusion training for all students and staff, and launching an investigation into the recent incidents. They have also formed a working group comprising of stakeholders from various university departments to develop a comprehensive plan to combat anti-Semitism on campus.
While these initial steps are commendable, the Harvard community expects continued commitment and tangible results from the university in eradicating anti-Semitism and fostering a tolerant and inclusive environment. The efforts of individuals like Bill Ackman serve as a reminder that it is everyone’s responsibility to speak out against hatred and discrimination, and to work towards building a more just and equitable society. With the collective efforts of students, faculty, alumni, and administrators, Harvard University can set an example for other institutions in combating anti-Semitism and creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful campus environment.
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