### Trump Tower: Historical events and resonances
The occupation of the Trump Tower in New York by Propalestinian demonstrators on March 13, 2025, illustrates not only a local conflict but also an echo of broader historical struggles, mixing collective memory, civil rights and debates on freedom of expression. At first glance, this is a challenge to the political decisions of the Trump administration, but this mobilization also finds its roots in socio -political issues that transcend American borders.
#### A wave of mobilization
Organized by the Jewish Voice for Peace association (the Jewish voice for peace), the demonstration brought together several hundred participants dressed in red t-shirts, symbols of a struggle that is articulated around the defense of the rights of the Palestinians. The slogan “Fight the Nazis, not the students” is not trivial. It evokes a strong analogy, comparing the acts deemed to be repressive of the government to those of the totalitarian regimes of the 20th century. This parallel raises the crucial question of the use of anti -Semitic speeches in contexts of current conflicts.
In 2023, according to a study carried out by the anti-de-de-de-favation League (ADL), 2022 had already seen a 34 % increase in anti-Semitic incidents in the United States, which underlines the societal concern surrounding the rise in extremism. The revival of activism in the fight against anti -Semitism, despite its legitimate justifications, can be interpreted as a response to an increasingly polarized socio -political climate.
### The question of freedom of expression
The central point of the demands of the demonstrators lies in the affirmation of freedom of expression in the face of the radicalization of the Trumpist policy, which includes the suppression of subsidies and threats of expulsion against foreign students. Measures such as the indictment of Mahmoud Khalil, a young militant of Columbia, speaks volumes about the intensity of the mobilization both inside and outside the university walls.
Columbia, as an institution, finds himself faced with a complex dilemma. The decision to impose severe sanctions on demonstrators could be interpreted as an act of repression going against the academic values advocated by American universities. Such a situation calls for reflection on the balance between academic life, freedom of expression and administrative policies.
#### Echoes of past struggles
Historically, the civil rights movement of the 1960s is a key history to understand the context in which these manifestations take place. The activists of yesterday, fighting for racial equality, often borrowed similar protest strategies, especially in their use of powerful slogans and resonant symbols. As many historians point out, the fight for civil rights has been marked by resistance against repression, like the young activists today feel in the face of government measures.
Another dimension to take into account is the intersectional question. Protesters at Trump Tower are not only defenders of the Palestinian cause; They also position themselves against racism and authoritarianism. The integration of these concerns into their actions leads to a renewal of the public debate, which goes far beyond the sphere of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
#### The role of memory in mobilization
The presence of descendants of Holocaust survivors, such as Jane Hirschmann, within contemporary events recalls how the historical memory is mobilized within the framework of the protest. Their speeches evoke a feeling of urgency not to forget the lessons of the past so as not to repeat the mistakes of history. This memorial approach can be seen as a powerful instrument to galvanize the masses and consolidate a united front against the rise of authoritarian diets.
###Ime a long -term reflection
If the Trump Tower has been the scene of this event, the stake exceeds the four walls of this emblematic skyscraper. The struggle for freedom of expression and equality of rights is already inscribed in a momentum which may well have lasting repercussions on democratic societies. In the United States and elsewhere, the demonstrations highlight an increasing need for a dialogue on the way of reconciling conflictual speeches and the rights of each.
Events at Trump Tower cannot be interpreted in isolation. They are part of a larger dynamic where history, memory and civic commitment mingle in the face of global issues. Today’s manifestations are thus a response to yesterday’s challenges, but also a question on the values that societies aspire to defend for future generations. Through this misunderstanding between discourse of power and protests, a complex painting is emerging which deserves our full attention.