UT-Austin faculty criticizes response to pro-Palestine walkout as students plan new protest
UT-Austin President defended the response but faculty criticized the presence of armed state troopers. At least 57 people were arrested.
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UT-Austin President defended the response but faculty criticized the presence of armed state troopers. At least 57 people were arrested.
Students can generally peacefully protest, regardless of their viewpoint, but colleges and authorities may enforce some restrictions and criminal laws to maintain peace and order.
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