Harvard President Takes Stand Against Hamas, Severs Ties with Student Groups

Harvard President Claudine Gay has condemned the Hamas attack on Israel and distanced the university from student organizations that signed a statement blaming Israel for the ongoing violence. Gay's statement came after criticism of the university's initial response, which failed to denounce Hamas directly. Former Harvard President Lawrence H. Summers was among the critics, calling for reassurance that the university stands against Hamas terror. Gay concluded her statement by calling for mutual respect and understanding on campus.