Columbia Professor Katherine Franke Says She Was Forced to Retire Because of Activism

Columbia University and longtime law professor Katherine Franke have ended their relationship following an investigation related to her advocacy for pro-Palestinian students amid protests on campus. Franke, known for her work at the Center for Gender & Sexuality Law, faced allegations of antisemitism for comments made about Israelis, resulting in her departure from the university. The investigation stemmed from remarks made on Democracy Now! following an incident involving pro-Palestinian students and a former IDF member, triggering a series of events that led to Franke’s departure and controversy surrounding the university’s handling of the situation.

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