In an exclusive interview with The Sun, Senior Opinion columnist Yihun Stith ’26 sits down with Norman Finkelstein, political scientist and one of the most outspoken voices on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Together, they discuss Gaza, student protest movements, media narratives, historical memory, and the growing political divide surrounding Israel and Palestine across American universities.
Hosted by Yihun Stith
Filmed by Mia Sofia Orengo
Edited by Ella Breitenbach
Produced by Jade Dubuche
Yihun Stith '26 is an Opinion Columnist and a Computer Science and Government student in the College of Arts & Sciences. His fortnightly column, Stand Up, Fight Back, explores the political structures and power dynamics that shape life at Cornell. Through analysis, critique and calls to action, the column challenges Cornellians to engage with the world beyond the campus bubble and to fight for a more just and accountable university. He can be reached at ystith@cornellsun.com.
Jade Dubuche is a member of the class of 2027 in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. She serves as Multimedia Editor for the 144th editorial board. She previously held the position on the 143rd editorial board, as well as Social Media Editor on the 142nd and 143rd editorial boards. She can be reached at jdubuche@cornellsun.com.
