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During a recent congressional hearing, the presidents of Harvard, MIT, and Pennsylvania universities were called upon to denounce calls for genocide against the Jewish people occurring on their campuses. Shockingly, all three leaders failed to meet this moral test, leading to their replacements. This failure to protect Jewish students has raised concerns about the culture that has been allowed to flourish across these elite universities.

"Failing to condemn antisemitism isn’t just morally wrong, it’s also a glaring example of liberal university presidents and faculty picking and choosing what speech is protected by the First Amendment," said the Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, who has launched an investigation into these universities. He has warned that their refusal to condemn terrorist attacks on Israel and protect Jewish students may call into question their tax-exempt status.

The rise of antisemitism on college campuses is a grave concern. A recent poll revealed that over 70% of Jewish students have experienced or witnessed antisemitism since the start of the school year. In a congressional hearing last November, a Cornell University student shared her fear for her life due to violent death threats. She highlighted how the university remained silent when it came to condemning antisemitism and endorsements of terrorism under the guise of free speech.

It is disheartening to see that elite institutions like Harvard, Cornell, UPenn, and MIT seem to believe that the First Amendment only applies to speech preferred by left-wing administrators and teachers. These universities have been ranked among the worst in the nation when it comes to protecting free speech, according to a non-partisan organization. The selective application of the First Amendment sends a concerning message.

The rise in violence against Jewish people is alarming, and university leaders should take action to protect all students, regardless of their religion, race, or political beliefs. No student should have to fear for their safety on campus. If university leaders fail to act, Congress has the power to hold them accountable by scrutinizing their taxpayer-funded benefits.

In conclusion, combating antisemitism on campus is of utmost importance. The failure of university leaders to denounce hate speech and protect Jewish students is a serious concern. Congress has taken steps to investigate and potentially revoke tax advantages for universities that fail to address this issue. It is crucial that universities uphold the principles of free speech while ensuring the safety and security of all students.