The price of speaking out: Palestine, free speech and collegiate inconsistencies

Explaining what 'from the river to the sea Palestine will be free’ means

A few words that ignite global tensions and countless debates sparked over one phrase, “from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free.” For some, it stands as a powerful slogan of resistance– but for others, it signals a call for Israel’s destruction. Over the past year, the phrase has been commonly used during many pro-Palestine protests. The City of Calgary has responded to concerns about its use in public demonstrations, including the det…

The price of speaking out: Palestine, free speech and collegiate inconsistencies

Pro-Palestine protesters chanting on the Staller Steps during the Encampment on May 1, 2024. Universities from all over the country have responded to pro-Palestinian protests with severe crackdowns. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN As a Muslim American, I have always had to balance different perspectives. Coming from a divorced Muslim household, my parents are on opposite sides of the spectrum concerning nearly all core principles: religion, politic…