Why not President Trump for Commencement?

Recently, Liberty University has announced President Donald Trump as the class of 2017 commencement speaker. Based on Liberty University's claimed values and the celebratory nature of the event, I believe President Donald Trump is a negligent and offensive choice for commencement speaker. His comments regarding women, the perception of him amongst many minority groups, his display of ill temperament in office, and his general lack of care and concern for the power of his words make him a poor and disheartening choice for what should be a celebratory and non-controversial event. There are many other speakers Liberty University could choose to come speak who both reflect the values of the university better, and do not carry the weight of controversy on what should be a celebratory day. Please sign this petition and let us show the university that May 13th, 2017 should be a day where we can reflect on our achievements with our friends and family, not a day hearing from a speaker who has so poorly represented the values the university has aimed to uphold. Let our voices be heard.

Cameron Horsley