Rabbi reacts to encampments on UW campuses

Demonstrators remained on UW campuses Tuesday night, drawing attention to the devastation in Gaza.
A barricade encloses the encampment in front of Mitchell Hall on UW-Milwaukee's campus.
Organizers told TMJ4 they are not leaving until their demands are met.
Demands include the UWM and its foundation to disclose financial records and divest from any companies that are pro-Israel. They also want the university to condemn Israel's action.
After a private meeting with some elected officials the university leadership issued a statement saying though they understand the encampment is unsettling for many, it has not disrupted classes or programs. Additionally, UWM Police would remain present.
TMJ4's Mike Beiermeister sat down with Rabbi David Cohen of Congregation Sinai in Fox Point to get his reaction to these encampments.
He tells TMJ4 he respects students' First Amendment rights to protest. What concerns him is the one-sided narrative being told at these demonstrations.
"While I am not a fan of the current Israeli government, I still support the idea of Israel and Israel's existence as a Jewish state," said Cohen.
He believes these protests cross the line when it impact the lives and safety of other students.
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