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In reply to the discussion: USC says it's canceling pro-Palestinian valedictorian's speech over security concerns [View all]Behind the Aegis
(54,197 posts)Imagine for a moment that the University of Southern California let Asna Tabassum speak.
Imagine that instead of rescinding its invitation to have Tabassum deliver the valedictorian address, which the university did on Monday citing security threats, USC stood by its initial decision and said Tabassum would be allowed to speak as planned, albeit with heightened security measures to ensure her safety and the safety of all students and attendees.
What would have happened? The pro-Israel groups that opposed her appearance would have continued to criticize the invitation. Students and alumni on different sides of the issues would have challenged or supported the decision. Then, on graduation day, Tabassum would have spoken. Some students would cheer, others might have gotten up and walked out, or chosen a different way to protest whatever she might have said.
In other words: Life would have gone on.
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