Harvard University's 374th Commencement reflected a profound blend of joy, gratitude, and hope amidst the backdrop of significant legal and political issues. President Alan Garber, visibly moved, received a standing ovation and emphasized critical thinking during his address to graduates. He cautioned against comfortable thinking and warned about the dangers of absolute certainty and willful ignorance, urging students to cherish humility and the insights gained from being wrong. The event highlighted the personal significance of graduation while addressing the broader challenges faced by the community.
"The world as it is tempts us with the lure of what one might generously call comfortable thinking... False conviction saps true potential."
"Absolute certainty and willful ignorance are two sides of the same coin, a coin with no value but costs beyond measure."
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