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Agree to disagreeWhether you support or oppose him, the keynote speaker sparks needed debate. In the University Council meeting Tuesday, protesters expressed their concern about the University's decision to have U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas speak at graduation. … 1 Comment
Affirmative action views conflictingIn addition to the evidence that Justice Clarence Thomas was a sexual harasser (which I find persuasive), University President Michael Adams' choice of Justice Clarence Thomas as commencement speaker also is controversial in another way. … 13 Comments
What should a commencement speaker at the University bring to the table? A fresh perspective? An inspiring presence? A load of personal baggage so long that the mere announcement of his presence is enough to send people into a rage? Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has a controversial personal history and holds strong judicial opinions that have brought both approbation and condemnation upon him. … 2 Comments
Editorial Cartoon for 4/23/2008 … 8 Comments
