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Mayor Bowser Awarded Honorary Degree Amid Student Backlash at Howard

During Howard University’s 158th Commencement, Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser delivered the keynote address and was awarded an honorary Doctor of Humanities degree. Her appearance drew controversy and protests from some students and graduates who booed and chanted “Free D.C.” during her speech. Despite the pushback, Bowser acknowledged the protests and advised the class to […]

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