Harvard faces heat over alleged bias against Palestinians, Muslims
Nearly 200 Harvard University students, faculty, and staff have filed discrimination complaints, alleging a hostile environment against Palestinians, Arabs, and Muslims.
The controversy erupted after Harvard Medical School canceled a panel featuring patients from Gaza that was scheduled for January 21.
Among the complainants are 32 faculty, 36 students, and 30 staff members.
They are demanding a formal apology, an investigation into anti-Palestinian bias, and mandatory training.
A group of Harvard affiliates is leading the charge.
Sara al-Zubi, a Harvard Medical School graduate and a medical staff member, said there were clear patterns of discrimination — unfair treatment based on national origin and religion.
She said discrimination is creating a toxic atmosphere at the university.
Meanwhile, a Harvard spokesperson insists the institution is committed to fighting discrimination.
Two Harvard employees have already resigned, accusing the university of suppressing pro-Palestine speech.
This comes after Harvard quietly settled a federal investigation into similar allegations.
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