USC Cancels Pro-Palestinian Valedictorian's Speech
USC cancels pro-Palestinian valedictorian's speech due to security concerns amid tensions over the conflict in the Middle East. The decision sparks condemnation from a leading Muslim group and raises issues of freedom of speech and discrimination.
Key Points
- USC cancels valedictorian's speech over security concerns related to Middle East tensions
- Pro-Israel and Jewish groups complained about the valedictorian's social media activity
- Controversy sparks discussions on freedom of speech, discrimination, and campus security
- Muslim groups condemn USC's decision and label it as Islamophobia and anti-Palestinian racism