President Joe Biden’s upcoming commencement address at Morehouse College marks his first significant engagement with college students since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas conflict. This event is particularly significant as Morehouse College stands as a prominent center of Black politics and culture.
Located in Atlanta, Georgia’s largest city and a pivotal swing state that Biden won from Donald Trump four years ago, the address is an effort to connect with young Black men and rebuild the diverse coalition that supported his presidential victory. The announcement of Biden’s speech sparked peaceful protests and demands for its cancellation due to his handling of the Israel-Hamas war. This mirrors broader tensions between Biden and various communities of color and young voters nationwide.
