Holzapfel Condemns Pro-Hamas Demonstrations on College Campuses

April 26, 2024

Senator Jim Holzapfel (R-10) condemned protestors for perpetuating dangerous anti-Semitic rhetoric as demonstrations continue to erupt on college campuses across the country in solidarity with the terrorist group Hamas.

“I strongly believe in upholding the principles of free speech but burning the American flag on college campuses in support of Hamas, a recognized terrorist group, is deeply troubling and offensive. It’s hypocritical that many of these students have no problem taking scholarship money only to then turn around and smear the same institutions that pay for their education. Expressing support for terrorism perpetuates dangerous rhetoric that threatens public safety, undermines the core values of democracy and is disgraceful to the victims who have been tragically harmed by the hands of Hamas. I am calling on colleges and universities to do what is necessary to put an end to this madness.”