In a compelling speech at Hamilton College, Barack Obama rallied American citizens, academic institutions, and law firms to resist the political moves of Donald Trump's administration. He noted a historical context in which supporting progressive values often came without significant cost, but urged preparedness for sacrifice in pursuit of democratic ideals. Obama critiqued the administration's threats to universities over issues of free speech and diversity programs and encouraged educational institutions to reassess their commitment to these values, even if it risks government funding. He called for collective action against this erosion of democratic principles.
Obama emphasized during his address at Hamilton College that citizens, colleges, and law firms must resist Trump's political agenda, urging Americans to prepare for potential sacrifices to uphold democratic values.
He illustrated the Trump administration's challenge to the post-war international order and warned about the erosion of ideological disagreement based on mutual respect for free speech and law.
The former president expressed concern over federal threats against universities regarding student free speech, highlighting recent actions targeting institutions that uphold diversity programs.
Obama challenged schools to examine their commitment to academic freedom while being ready to face the consequences of government funding loss if needed.
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