Students protesting Petraeus at Georgetown University
Hi,
This is a bit old happened a month ago with students protesting Gen. Petraeus's visit at Georgetown University. The video has over 14,000 views on youtube. What do you guys think? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Rc5rAoAoTM
When you see this video this is why I'm embarrased to be a student. Not all students are radical liberals like their professors (most professors).
Naomi
Students' skill at protesting
Hi Marc,
Thank you for the background on how hiring in academia has worked over the past 40 years. I didn't realize how poorly put together the student protestors were in that the crowd were. I guess it doesn't compare to the new Left of the 1960s:D
Naomi
Campus Response to Protests
Hello All,
As a Georgetown student myself, I can say personally that the response on campus to these protests has been overwhelmingly in opposition to the protesters. Multiple articles were written in our school newspaper, "The Hoya" condemning these actions.
Link to article here: http://www.thehoya.com/opinion/cold-...ienates-guest/
And following the protests, a counter-protest was held condemning the actions of those who so rudely interrupted Gen. Petraeus.
Link to that article here: http://www.thehoya.com/news/counter-...tful-dialogue/
As a University, we pride ourselves on being gracious hosts to some of the worlds foremost leaders. From Generals, to Presidents and Prime Ministers, and even many religious leaders, Georgetown is and will hopefully remain a great platform for important individuals to express their ideas publicly. I can say with confidence that when NATO General Secretary Rasmussen comes to campus to speak next week he will certainly be provided the welcoming and open environment he deserves.