USC cancels pro-Palestinian valedictorian’s speech, citing fears of threats

The University of Southern California announced Monday that it will not have its valedictorian, who is Muslim and pro-Palestinian, speak at its commencement because officials worry about keeping the event safe amid fears of threats.

USC Provost Andrew Guzman said that “while this is disappointing, tradition must give way to safety,” citing an obligation to minimize danger to the campus and community.