North Carolina College Students Establish UNC Chapel Hill Encampment in Solidarity with Gaza

The pro-Palestinian protest at UNC-Chapel Hill continued with more students from NC State and Duke joining to form the “Triangle Gaza Solidarity Encampment.” They demanded their schools divest from Israeli-connected companies, expressing solidarity with Palestine. Despite violating university policies, the encampment persisted. The Orange County DA stated that peaceful protests are protected under the First Amendment, but actions infringing on the rights of others may not be. Nationwide, students facing consequences for anti-war protests are calling for amnesty. College administrations grapple with balancing free speech and inclusivity amidst escalating tensions over the Gaza conflict.

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