Antisemitism Accusations Rock Top Universities, Prompting Donor Exodus

Several top universities, including the University of Pennsylvania and Harvard, are facing accusations of antisemitism amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. Long-time donors and board members have criticized the universities for their response to the conflict and their treatment of Israeli students. Donors have cut ties with the institutions, citing a hostile environment and failure to condemn antisemitic comments. The universities have apologized and emphasized the importance of free expression on campus. The controversy highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on college campuses.