Staff Reports
President Biden is set to give a speech at Morehouse College, a historically Black college, on May 19. This news has caused some concern among faculty members, who worry that there might be protests by teachers and students. The university officials plan to have a virtual meeting to discuss the president’s selection, so that faculty with different perspectives can ask questions and make comments.
The provost and senior vice president of Morehouse College, Kendrick Brown, organized the meeting out of concern that faculty members and students could protest Biden’s support for Israel in its conflict with Palestinian militants. The college has no plans to rescind its invitation to Biden, and the meeting is meant for faculty to ask questions about the invitation that has already been extended and accepted.
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— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) April 23, 2024
Protests related to the conflict in the Middle East have been escalating at college campuses across the country, and Morehouse College has also experienced its share of protests in the past. The commencement address at Morehouse College could be an important opportunity for President Biden to reach out to young voters, as he is currently facing challenges with both young progressives and Black voters.
Overall, the news about President Biden’s upcoming speech at Morehouse College has sparked concerns and discussions among faculty members at the university. The speech is expected to be an important event for the president as he seeks to connect with young voters through his address.
