As a Northwestern alumnus and a current employee of the University, I have watched the debate surrounding a proposed divestment from the Israeli occupation closely but silently. I have opinions on the issue, but because I am...
The fact that a resolution to divest from companies involved in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict passed is insignificant; a petty, symbolic statement has no effect on Northwestern’s investment portfolio. I care how it passed. I care why it passed.
The struggle ...
