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Blakeman Condemns Columbia Group's 'Death to America' Tweet

3/5/2026

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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, condemned Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD) for posting 'Death to America' after the death of Iran's supreme leader.
He said the group incites extremism and urged action against them.
CUAD operates without university recognition and defended its stance, saying sentiments remain despite the tweet's removal.
Columbia University said CUAD is not affiliated and accused the group of misusing its name.

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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican gubernatorial candidate, condemned Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD) for posting 'Death to America' after the death of Iran's supreme leader.
He said the group incites extremism and urged action against them.
CUAD operates without university recognition and defended its stance, saying sentiments remain despite the tweet's removal.
Columbia University said CUAD is not affiliated and accused the group of misusing its name.