What do a
Yale scholar
,
a Columbia student
,
a Georgetown researcher
,
Sixty institutions of higher education are being investigated due to persistent outbreaks of anti-Semitic incidents.
What do groups like Hezbollah and Hamas have in common?

In earlier days, the response would have been unequivocally nothing. Universities such as Yale, Harvard, UPenn, Georgetown, and Columbia previously upheld liberal democratic principles, dedicated to combating hate and aggression. However, nowadays, this stance has significantly changed.

An alarming partnership has emerged between the progressive faction in the U.S. and extremist Islamic organizations, masking themselves under the banner of oppression to assemble an anti-American bloc. Despite being fundamentally driven by anti-Jewish sentiments and hostility towards Israel, the true aim of this Red-Green alliance extends beyond that—it seeks comprehensive internal dismantling of America.

In pursuit of its objective, the movement has leveraged American institutions, employing democracy as a means to erode the foundational principles that have established the United States as the globe’s leading democratic nation.

The Long Game: Brainwashing and Extremism

For many years, the coalition between Islamist groups and left-wing movements has been working systematically to penetrate academic circles, beginning with professors and administrative personnel before gradually influencing students. This infiltration was facilitated by external funds directed towards educational institutions, allowing their efforts at ideological indoctrination to intensify progressively. After the horrific attacks by Hamas on October 7th against Israel, the consequences were unmistakable as this coalition rallied strongly, aiming specifically at both the United States and its staunchest ally, Israel.

In recent years, the Red-Green coalition of terrorism supporters has methodically indoctrinated impressionable youth, nurturing a cohort that sees America as an unlawful construct. Their agenda includes advocating for unrestricted borders, eliminating legal structures and public safety measures, and undermining legitimate political processes—all cloaked in the rhetoric of “fairness” and “freedom.” However, their objective remains evident: to tear down the core pillars of American civilization.

The outcomes are clear. Groups of radicalized students have breached administrative areas, seized control of university structures, and made aggressive threats towards individuals opposing their views. Speech is only permitted when it conforms to the Islamist-left ideology.

The Terrorism Link: The Danger From Within

We currently have proof connecting these radical student activists to terrorist organizations that explicitly advocate for the dismantling of America.

Think about Helyeh Doutaghi, an Iranian scholar who was removed from Yale due to her association with Samidoun, which is recognized as a terrorist organization by the United States. She has publicly advocated for resistance against America and the dismantling of what she refers to as its alleged “tyranny.”

Next up is Khalil Mahmood and the Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD) group, which is driven by students aiming to break down structures related to both Israel and the United States. CUAD considers the U.S. an imperialistic force and frames their actions as resistance coming “from within the heart of the empire.” These activists under Mahmood’s leadership have orchestrated intense demonstrations, interfered with university gatherings, and pushed for academic institutions to disengage from organizations they deem supportive of American interests.

Currently, Mahmood’s legal battle has turned into a cause célèbre for far-left activists, who inaccurately portray it as an issue of freedom of expression while omitting his overt animosity towards the United States. This backing from the progressive left highlights how much the Islamist-left coalition has expanded its reach, molding future political radicals.

The Downfall of the Progressive Movement

The reformist trend has historically included extreme factions, yet these groups stayed on the periphery for numerous years. Nowadays though, these extremists have moved from the margins and now dictate the direction of discourse.

Top forward-thinking groups now proudly adopt slogans such as “Globalize the Intifada” and ” Bring Down the Empire.” A number of younger individuals recite these expressions without fully grasping what they truly signify, thinking they’re advocating for “justice.” However, these statements aren’t figures of speech. Even the Red-Green radicals acknowledge that these are explicit appeals for violent action targeting American civilians.

Fundamentally, the movement’s oppositional stance against America challenges the very ideals upon which this country stands. The founding tenets of the United States—freedom, democratic governance, and adherence to legal frameworks—are what has established it as the foremost bastion of freedom and wealth globally. However, the coalition between Islamist groups and leftist movements views these foundational concepts as barriers to their objectives. Instead, they advocate for socialist policies, autocratic control, and silencing dissent via threats and collective aggression.

Through university campus protests and social media campaigns, this movement is radicalizing young Americans, thereby fomenting an internal uprising aimed at undermining national stability from the inside.

The Worldwide Menace: The Islamist-Far-left Coalition and External Foes

This movement goes beyond being merely a campus concern; it poses a national security risk. By associating with America’s international rivals, it publicly backs autocratic governments such as those in China, Iran, Qatar, and Venezuela, all while criticizing U.S. foreign policy.

Activists in the United States label the nation’s military actions against Hezbollah and the Houthis—both labeled as terror groups—as “acts of American terrorism.” They show clear disdain for national sovereignty through advocating for open borders, understanding that a state without boundaries loses its status as an independent entity. This agenda isn’t driven by compassion but rather aims to undermine America’s power, sense of self, and capacity for protection.

The Battle for America’s Tomorrow

The increasing extremism in U.S. academic circles is not just a marginal concern anymore; it poses a significant threat to national security. The issues evident on university grounds reflect a broader challenge: a coordinated attempt to destabilize America internally.

Institutions of higher learning, news organizations, and governmental bodies should cease providing legitimacy to radical factions under the guise of freedom of expression. Authorities must firmly act against individuals who provoke aggression, and U.S. residents ought to understand that this conflict isn’t rooted in Jewish identity or Israeli affairs; rather, it pertains to the nation’s own future trajectory.

Through unveiling and bringing these radicals to justice, we can guarantee that America continues to shine as a symbol of democracy and liberty. Now is the moment for Americans to come together in safeguarding our nation, rededicating ourselves to its core principles, and standing firm against those aiming to fracture and dismantle us. The destiny of the country hinges on this.

Adam Milstein is an Israeli-American “Strategic Venture Philanthropist.” You can contact him through the provided channel.
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This opinion piece is published in collaboration with a group of organizations dedicated to combating antisemitism globally. Read the preceding article here.
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