Professor's speech praising pro-Palestinian students sparks backlash
The University of Michigan has apologized after a history professor delivering a commencement speech praised pro-Palestinian student protesters for drawing attention to the war in Gaza. Derek R. Peterson's remarks on Saturday sparked immediate criticism from …
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The University of Michigan has apologized after a history professor delivering a commencement speech praised pro-Palestinian student protesters for drawing attention to the war in Gaza. Derek R. Peterson's remarks on Saturday sparked immediate criticism from …
The University of Michigan has issued a formal apology after a history professor lauded pro-Palestinian student protesters in a commencement speech over the weekend. The remarks and the ensuing apo…
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