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Palestinian students sue Columbia over discrimination claims
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Palestinian students and staff have filed a lawsuit against Columbia University accusing the institution of surveillance, biased disciplinary proceedings, and failing to protect them from discrimination, according to Middle East Eye. The legal action centers on alleged mistreatment based on national origin and political viewpoint.
The suit alleges the university conducted discriminatory surveillance of Palestinian students and staff while applying unequal discipline in proceedings against them. Columbia allegedly singled out Palestinians in enforcement of campus conduct policies. The plaintiffs claim the university failed to fulfill its legal obligation to provide a safe educational environment free from discrimination based on Palestinian identity or support for pro-Palestinian causes.
