cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/14920091

Journalist Jack Ross weighs in on a the the pro-Palestine protest at UCLA campus.

Short Summary:

1. Pro-Israel protesters violently attack pro-Palestine demonstrators at UCLA, using tear gas, chemical agents, fireworks, and physical violence.
2. Police and campus security are absent during the incident, leaving protesters vulnerable.
3. Campus security is seen fleeing the scene as the violence escalates.

Summary

1. The violent attack on pro-Palestine protesters by pro-Israel demonstrators highlights the intensity of the conflict and the need for peaceful resolution.
2. The absence of police and campus security during the incident raises questions about their ability to maintain safety and protect the protesters.
3. The barricades set up by pro-Palestine demonstrators aimed to create a secure space but also restricted the access pro-Israel students.
4. The protest at UCLA reflects the wider tensions between pro-Israel and pro-Palestine groups, with conflicts escalating to dangerous levels.
5. The encampment’s strict rules for entry were based on safety rather than identity, but the presence of infiltrators caused fear and confusion among the protesters.
6. The lack of intervention by law enforcement allowed the violence to escalate and put the lives of the protesters at risk.
7. The incident highlights the need for a more robust and fair approach to security during protests to prevent violence and ensure the safety of all participants.