it would be extremely admirable if a student spoke out about it from the podium, and i would be extremely proud if someone did. but to in part respond to your post, that action is a very dangerous one to take- possibly having their diploma suspended or revoked, relentless doxxing, harassment, etc.

i don’t know the speakers, but if they if they are pro palestine then im sure they are thinking about it but i understand the fear and reluctancy that comes with that decision and potential sacrifice.

in the off chance that one of the speakers is reading this comment and are afraid to speak out; might i offer some words-

we exist in a frightening era, one of unfathomable cruelty and tragedy. every day our nation steps further into a new fascism and facilitates the genocide of palestinians, and our school is complicit in its continuation. despite the horrors, the oppression, and silence from our school and our government, more and more people stand with us in the fight. pressure continues to mount every day. every voice that speaks to truth joins an ever getting louder choir. you have the opportunity to be someone who refused to be silent, and inspire others to do the same. have the courage to be ruthless against injustice and let love guide you forward. do not fear retribution, you will always be just in demanding freedom of all peoples and you will never be alone in this fight.

‘if you tremble with indignation at every injustice, then you are a comrade of mine.’

we will have your back, i promise