Jerry Seinfeld's Duke University Commencement Speech Prompts Student Walkout Over Pro-Israel Support (Watch Videos)
Jerry Seinfeld's Duke University Commencement Speech prompted a student walkout over his pro-Israel stance. Video footage captured the protest, where students expressed dissent by leaving the ceremony.
During Duke University's commencement ceremony, a significant protest ensued as numerous students walked out during guest speaker Jerry Seinfeld's address. Their protest was aimed at Seinfeld's support of Israel during the conflict in Gaza, with some chanting 'Free Palestine' as they departed. The incident gained traction on social media, with a viral video capturing the moment as students, dressed in graduation attire, stood up and left while Seinfeld took the stage. Despite the disruption, Seinfeld continued his speech, receiving cheers from some attendees. In his address, the comedian urged students to persevere in their passions and wished them success in their future endeavours, undeterred by the protest unfolding before him. Alec Baldwin Smacks Phone From Anti-Israel Protester's Hand Amid 'Free Palestine' Demand In New York Coffee Shop (Watch Video).
Jerry Seinfeld's Speech
This is the problem with the media. The focus on a small handful of students walking out on Jerry Seinfeld’s speech has completely obscured any coverage of the actual speech, which is excellent, completely apolitical, and full of gems all young people need to hear.
Here it is in… pic.twitter.com/sgag2aQEHJ
— Ali A. Rizvi (@aliamjadrizvi) May 12, 2024
Student Walk Out Of Jerry Seinfeld's Speech
student walkout at Duke university commencement as Jerry Seinfeld’s speech is announced. his introduction by university president is being drowned out by “free free Palestine” chants ❤️🔥🇵🇸 pic.twitter.com/oNLesaput3
— the great clown snorman (@iamschvitzing) May 12, 2024
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