A few years ago, President George W. Bush spoke at our son's Southern Methodist University graduation.   

He was joined by first lady Laura, who is a graduate.   

His speech made us laugh, but it was very inspirational. He spoke to the parents and the young people looking ahead. It was a wonderful moment and something that the graduates can tell their kids about.  How many can say that a president spoke at their graduation?

He acknowledged student protests over the war in Gaza, saying that he heard their pleas — even as he faced silent protests during his speech. Biden also touted his administration’s policies — specifically on race and funding for HBCUs.

 

“I’ve walked the picket line and defended the rights of workers. I’m relieving the burden of student debt — many of you already had the benefit of it,” Biden said. “And the Supreme Court told me I couldn’t, I found two other ways to do it.”

 

“And I, in addition to the original $7 billion investment HBCUs, I’m investing 16 billion more dollars for our history because you’re vital to our nation,” he added.

 

Biden also denounced people who he claims are attacking freedoms, taking aim at voting laws in Georgia.

 

Today in Georgia, they won’t allow water to be available to you while you wait in line to vote in the election. What the hell’s that all about? I’m serious, think about it,” Biden said. “And then constant attacks on black election workers who count your vote, insurrectionists who stormed the Capitol with Confederate flags are called patriots by some. Not in my house.”

 

He also took direct aim at former President Donald Trump, denouncing his election opponent’s remarks about illegal immigrants “poisoning” the blood of the country.