Biden Faces Mixed Reception Ahead of Morehouse Commencement Speech
President Biden's upcoming address at Morehouse College stirs debate among faculty and students amid broader outreach to Black voters.
- Dozens of Morehouse faculty voted against awarding Biden an honorary doctorate, citing his stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
- Biden's visit to Morehouse is part of a larger effort to reconnect with Black voters ahead of the 2024 election.
- Some students and alumni have protested Biden's policies, reflecting broader national tensions.
- Biden's administration has announced significant investments in Black communities, including $16 billion for historically Black colleges and universities.
- Morehouse officials are preparing for potential disruptions during the commencement ceremony.
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