Biden's invitation as commencement speaker at Morehouse draws criticism among faculty and students over his handling of the Israel-Hamas war.
President Biden will be the commencement speaker at Morehouse College in Atlanta, giving the Democrat a key spotlight on one of the nation’s preeminent historically Black campuses but potentially exposing him to uncomfortable protests as he seeks reelection against former President Trump. The White House confirmed Tuesday that Biden would speak May 19 at the alma mater of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr., and then address the graduating class at the U.S.
“We hope this would send a strong message that we are serious about the values were were taught,” Green said, adding that he wants to see Biden forcefully advocate for a Palestinian state and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. Beyond any dissatisfaction over Israel, polling suggests Biden may have work to do with Black Americans generally.
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