A Cornell University professor who called the October 7th terrorist attacks in Israel “exhilarating” has returned to the classroom after being initially put on leave. The move comes after an apology from the professor and a statement from the university defending his right to free speech.
A Cornell University professor who called the Oct. 7 terrorist invasion of Israel "exhilarating" returned to the classroom last month.from the school in October. The move followed him calling the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks in Israel “exhilarating" at an off-campus rally.
Cornell at the time condemned Rickford's comment, calling it "reprehensible." However, when inquired about Rickford's employment status Monday, the school's media relations team directed The National Desk to a statement from Vice President for University Relations Joel Malina saying the remark is considered protected free speech.
The senator has repeatedly shown support for Israel amid its war with Hamas terrorists, a stance not taken by some of his more progressive colleagues. Sen. Fetterman in June visited Israel, where he was honored by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. “I want to thank you for your courageous statements that show moral clarity and moral courage and you just say it the way it is,” he added to Sen. Fetterman.
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