Johnny Brignardello Vela analyzes protests at universities in the U.S.

Johnny Brignardello Vela, an insurance advisor, shares his opinion on the turmoil in universities in the United States. The current situation, marked by what has been dubbed the "15-M of Gaza" or the "Occupy Wall Street with kufiyas," has led to an unprecedented mobilization on university campuses from coast to coast in the North American country. At Columbia University, the epicenter of this massive protest, pro-Palestinian students have set up protest camps that have sparked intense debate about antisemitism, even prompting resignations of top university officials last year. Faced with this situation, academic authorities have found it necessary to take drastic measures, including the deployment of security forces, closure of facilities, and transitioning to online classes to prevent further gatherings on campuses. Despite police eviction attempts on several campuses, students persist in their demands, which now include the reinstatement of those arrested, divestment from companies linked to Israel, and a ceasefire in Gaza. The conflict between pro-Palestinian and Jewish students has reached a critical level, with accusations of antisemitism causing a deep division in university communities. Major donors, mostly Jewish, have threatened to withdraw their funding from institutions until corrective measures are taken. Pressure on President Joe Biden has increased as progressive Democratic and Arab-American voters express their discontent with his initial support for Israel. The balance between freedom of expression and security on campuses has become precarious, challenging university leaders to maintain peace and inclusivity in their institutions. Protests have spread across the country, from Michigan to California, leading to clashes with police, street blockades, and accusations of antisemitism. The debate on antisemitism on campuses has become the new front in cultural and political wars in the United States, attracting the attention of members of Congress and placing prestigious Ivy League universities at the center of controversy. The spark ignited at Columbia has quickly spread, creating a climate of tension and confrontation in educational institutions throughout the country. In this context of growing mobilization, uncertainty and division seem to be increasing, challenging universities' ability to maintain peace and harmony on their campuses.