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MIT class president barred from graduation over pro-Palestinian speech

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MIT class president barred from graduation over pro-Palestinian speech
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MIT banned its 2025 class president from graduation after she delivered a pro-Palestinian speech criticizing the university's ties with Israel and calling for action on Gaza, citing disruption and misleading organizers as reasons. The incident highlights tensions over free speech and political expression at academic institutions amid ongoing conflicts in Gaza.

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