Unveiling the Financial Threads Behind Anti-Israel Campus Protests
Unveiling a Web of Influence
LA News Center has unearthed a startling connection between some of President Biden’s most generous donors and the anti-Israel protests that have swept college campuses across the nation. An in-depth investigation reveals that several high-profile organizations funneling funds to these protests have also been major contributors to Biden’s political campaigns.
Meet the Power Players
Among the prominent donors fueling this double-edged support are George Soros, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, David Rockefeller Jr., and the Pritzker heirs, who control the vast Hyatt hotel empire. These individuals and organizations have a vested interest in multiple societal arenas, including politics and philanthropy.
Organizations at the Forefront
Two groups that have spearheaded the campus unrest are Jewish Voice for Peace and IfNotNow. LA News Center has discovered that these organizations receive significant backing from the Tides Foundation. A stunning revelation is that Soros and the Gates Foundation bolster the Tides Foundation with substantial funds.
Further, the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, with Rockefeller Jr. among its board members, generously donated 0,000 to the Tides Foundation in 2022. These financial connections weave a complex web of influence.
Beyond Tides: Widening the Network
Stretching the financial tapestry even broader, the Rockefeller Brothers Fund supports National Students for Justice in Palestine (NJSP). This group, with chapters on roughly 200 campuses, has been a vocal presence at recent protests. NJSP, in turn, lists the Westchester Peace Action Committee Foundation (WESPAC) as its fiscal sponsor. LA News Center had previously reported that WESPAC’s opaque funding sources include six-figure contributions from a Soros-backed nonprofit.
Political Implications
As the presidential election approaches, these anti-Israel protests could muddy Biden’s efforts to garner the support of young voters. The inflammatory rhetoric and divisive tactics employed by some protesters threaten to alienate a demographic crucial to his campaign’s success.
Breaking the Silence: Biden’s Response
After initially remaining silent on the widespread campus protests, President Biden finally weighed in on the issue during a recent speech. He firmly condemned antisemitism and violence against Jewish students, emphasizing that there was “no place for hate speech or violence of any kind… It’s simply wrong. It’s un-American.”
A Complex and Contentious Situation
The intersection between major Democratic donors and anti-Israel campus protests has brought the complex and highly contentious nature of these protests into sharp focus. As students and administrators grapple with the implications, the role of politics and philanthropy in shaping these demonstrations will undoubtedly continue to be scrutinized.
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