Officers with the New York City Police Department recently restored the American flag on the City College of New York campus after it was replaced with a Palestinian flag by anti-Israel agitators during a protest. The incident occurred amidst ongoing anti-Israel demonstrations at the campus, mirroring similar protests at nearby Columbia University.
The NYPD Deputy Commissioner, Kaz Daughtry, commended the swift action taken by officers to regain control of the campus and raise the American flag once again. Daughtry expressed pride in the restoration of order at City College NY, emphasizing the significance of the American flag flying on the campus flagpole.
While the exact timing of when the Palestinian flag was raised remains unclear, a pro-Palestinian account on social media posted a video of the flag replacing the American flag at 8:59 p.m. on Tuesday. The protest at CCNY included calls for divestment from Israel and a cease-fire in Gaza, reflecting the broader sentiments of the demonstrators.
The restoration of the American flag at City College of New York serves as a symbol of unity and respect for the values it represents. The NYPD's prompt response to the situation underscores the importance of upholding the principles of free expression while ensuring the peaceful coexistence of diverse viewpoints on college campuses.
