Ken Griffin Criticizes Harvard's Value System Amid Global Protests

Billionaire investor Ken Griffin urges Harvard to prioritize 'Western values' and meritocracy, halting donations due to perceived failures in addressing antisemitism.

• Griffin associates the current turmoil on U.S. college campuses with a 'cultural revolution' that he believes deviates from traditional educational values.
• The investor criticizes Harvard for its response to campus antisemitism, impacting his substantial financial contributions.
• Griffin's comments come against a backdrop of widespread student protests on U.S. campuses, notably concerning Israel's actions in Gaza.
• He describes campus protests as 'performative art,' questioning their effectiveness in addressing international issues.
• Amidst ongoing debates about education and values, Griffin calls for a reemphasis on meritocracy and Western ideals at American universities.

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