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Columbia Professor Katherine Franke Claims Retirement Forced by Activism-Related Tensions

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Columbia Professor Katherine Franke Claims Retirement Forced by Activism-Related Tensions

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  • Katherine Franke, a law professor at Columbia University, has ended her tenure following an investigation linked to her support for pro-Palestinian students.
  • Her departure stems from allegations of antisemitism associated with comments made about Israel during a radio program.
  • Franke characterized her exit as a “termination dressed up in more palatable terms,” criticizing the environment at Columbia as “toxic and hostile.”
  • The university emphasized its commitment to a welcoming community, stating it prohibits discrimination and harassment.
  • This incident highlights ongoing tensions in higher education related to activism amid the Gaza War.

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