Cancellation of UN Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield's Commencement Address at University of Vermont
The University of Vermont canceled UN Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield's commencement address due to demands from an anti-Israel "encampment" on campus. The activists expressed satisfaction with the cancellation and hoped she would not receive an honorary degree.
Key Points
- The cancellation was due to demands from an anti-Israel "encampment"
- Activists expressed satisfaction with the cancellation
- University agreed to disclose its investments to appease activists
Cons
- Cancellation of a commencement address by a black female diplomatic pioneer
- Fear of protests and concessions made to activists