A Cornell University professor, Russell Rickford, has ignited a firestorm of controversy after making comments about the recent Hamas terror attacks. In several tweets, Rickford described the attacks as 'exhilarating' and 'exciting,' drawing widespread condemnation. The professor's remarks have sparked outrage among many, who argue that such rhetoric is inappropriate and insensitive. Rickford, known for his support of the Black Lives Matter movement and affiliation with the Democratic Socialists of America, has faced criticism for his controversial views in the past. The incident has raised concerns about the impact of affirmative action policies and the consequences of divisive ideologies in academia.
DISTURBING: Cornell University Professor Russell Rickford is exposed revealing that he was “exhilarated” when he learned about the Hamas terrorist attacks. “Safe spaces” apparently no longer count on college campuses if you’re Jewish or support Israel. https://t.co/xtffw3i9Rh
Cornell University Professor Says News of Hamas Terrorist Attack ‘Exhilarating’ and ‘Exciting’ Read more here: https://t.co/TNZTR7LJU3 https://t.co/l7pXaJcdvj
The Cornell University professor who said the Hamas terror attacks were "exhilarating" is a long-time supporter of BLM, card-carrying member of the DSA, and expert in academic "decolonization." It's the same ideology; the same bloodlust. https://t.co/HxqJEqi6Yl
.@Cornell Professor Russell Rickford on the Hamas attack (1,400 dead, 200 hostages): “It was exhilarating! It was exciting!” https://t.co/0ClEhBqgU9
Cornell professor Russell Rickford celebrating the Hamas attacks. Hope Jews are starting to realize the consequences of affirmative action. https://t.co/4juPkiHQwM
Cornell professor calls Hamas terrorist attacks "exhilarating" and "energizing" Awful. https://t.co/nBo3HDF7RL
“I was exhilarated!” Professor Russell Rickford of @Cornell calls Hamas terrorist attacks “exhilarating” and “energizing” https://t.co/kv2CbZuHEY
"Cornell professor calls Hamas terror attack 'exhilarating' and 'exciting" https://t.co/72GyLO7tqj This is my alma mater. Until this MOTHERFUCKER is fired, it will never get another cent from me. He can have all the free speech he wants. Good luck getting alumni to pay it.