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During Duke University's commencement ceremony, a remarkable event occurred when Jerry Seinfeld, the guest speaker, received a protest. Seinfeld, acclaimed for his comedic legacy and his recent public support for Israel following the tragic attacks by Hamas, was about to address the meeting when dozens of students walked out in protest. The students, who were visibly carrying a Palestinian flag, chose the moment when they introduced him to make their statement.

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Duke University: Students walk out in protest over commencement speaker Jerry Seinfeld.

University of Texas: Graduate pulls out Palestinian flag and taunts crowd as he refuses… pic.twitter.com/DcNTohHsmI

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“Pro-Palestinian protesters are disrupting university graduation ceremonies across the country.

Duke University: Students walk out in protest over commencement speaker Jerry Seinfeld.

University of Texas: Graduate pulls out Palestinian flag and taunts crowd as he refuses to budge.

UC Berkeley: Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt graduation ceremony causing delays as they disrupt speakers.

University of North Carolina: Students leave ceremony carrying pro-Palestinian flags before wearing them.

University of Michigan: Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted the ceremony while waving Palestinian flags.” – Collin Rugg

This incident at Duke is part of a larger trend of students across the United States voicing their concerns about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Similar protests occurred at Rutgers University and Virginia Commonwealth University, reflecting greater sensitivity and mobilization among students on this issue.

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In his speech, Seinfeld chose to steer clear of geopolitical commentary, focusing instead on personal growth and resilience. He humorously noted the inevitable challenges of work, exercise and relationships, highlighting their valuable nature despite the inherent difficulties.

The outcry against Seinfeld's presence because of his political positions underscores the increasingly common clashes between celebrity engagement on sensitive political issues and public appearances at academic institutions. This incident at Duke highlighted not only the divisions over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but also the role of universities as arenas for political expression and debate.

As universities continue to be centers not only of education but also of political activism, the responses of governing bodies and the wider community will likely shape the future of these public events. The students' call for divestment from Israel is a significant part of a larger discourse challenging university policies and the implications of its international affiliations.

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