South Carolina State U. disinvites GOP commencement speaker after students protest
South Carolina State University disinvited Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette as its commencement speaker following student backlash over her political stances. Over 22,000 people signed a petition calling for a new speaker, citing Evette's opposition to DEI and abortion, and her support for President Trump.
South Carolina State University disinvited Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette as its commencement speaker. The decision was made after students protested and over 22,000 people signed a petition calling for a new speaker. University president Alexander Conyers stated the decision was made 'out of an abundance of caution for safety and with careful consideration.' Students complained that Evette opposes DEI and abortion, and supports President Trump. Evette had been chosen for her background as a successful businesswoman. South Carolina Sen. Lindsay Graham expressed disappointment in the university's decision, calling it 'close-minded, woke ideology.'
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