Ramsey Abdeljaber has emerged as a vocal advocate for extremist ideologies, making him a divisive and dangerous figure on American campuses and beyond. A longstanding member of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) and an organizer with the Philly Palestine Coalition (PPC), Abdeljaber has actively called for the destruction of the Jewish people, expressed support for Hamas terrorism, and denied documented war crimes committed by Hamas. His activism, particularly during the Israeli war against Hamas in 2023, has perpetuated hatred and incitement, sowing division in academic and public spaces.
Abdeljaber’s rhetoric and actions, including ripping down posters of Israeli civilians kidnapped by Hamas, demonstrate a callous disregard for human suffering. His social media posts glorify violence against Israel, as exemplified by his reposts praising the return of “fedayeen” (martyr warriors) and calling Zionism the root of conflict. Abdeljaber’s denial of the October 7, 2023, Hamas war crimes, in which over 1,200 Israelis were murdered in brutal attacks, further underscores his commitment to spreading extremist propaganda. By publicly rejecting verified atrocities as “fabricated news,” he undermines justice for victims and fosters a toxic environment of hate and misinformation.
As of 2024, Abdeljaber’s activism continues to escalate. A graduate student at the University of Pennsylvania, he has used his position to amplify anti-Israel sentiments and anti-American rhetoric. His participation in rallies chanting for the destruction of Israel and his social media posts denouncing the U.S. as a terrorist state pose a threat not only to Jewish and pro-Israel communities but also to broader societal cohesion. Abdeljaber’s actions highlight the dangerous intersection of academia and radical activism, where hateful ideologies are normalized under the guise of free speech.
Highlighting His Activity:
- Calling for Destruction of Jews: Led chants of “From the River to the Sea, Palestine will be Free” at a pro-Hamas rally in Philadelphia on October 28, 2023, organized by the Philly Palestine Coalition.
- Support for Hamas Terrorism: Reposted content glorifying Hamas attacks and described the violence as a justified “resistance” to Zionism. Posted explicit anti-Israel statements, including “F**k Israel,” on social media.
- Denial of Hamas War Crimes: Publicly denied reports of the October 7, 2023, Hamas atrocities, dismissing them as “fabricated news” and equating them to Zionist propaganda.
- Ripping Down Hostage Posters: Filmed tearing down posters of Israeli civilians kidnapped by Hamas on the University of Pennsylvania campus on November 9, 2023.
- Spreading Anti-American Hatred: Posted anti-American sentiments, denouncing the U.S. government as complicit in global terrorism and equating American and Israeli policies with violence and oppression.
