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Rhiannon12866

(233,607 posts) Mon May 5, 2025, 12:15 AM Monday

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett's Commencement Speech on Purpose, Power & Belonging - Rep. Jasmine Crockett

In this unforgettable commencement address, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett delivers fire and faith to Tougaloo College’s Class of 2025. With humor, honesty, and history, she challenges graduates to embrace their purpose, defy the doubters, and carry the torch of change. From quoting gospel songs to invoking Montgomery's folding chairs, Crockett reminds every student: "Your moment is now." - 05/04/2025.

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She's a national treasure.. Permanut Monday #1

I sure agree that she was a brilliant choice for commencement speaker Rhiannon12866 Monday #2

Permanut

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1. She's a national treasure..

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Mon May 5, 2025, 12:44 AM

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And extra credit to the school for having a cool name.

Rhiannon12866

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2. I sure agree that she was a brilliant choice for commencement speaker

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Mon May 5, 2025, 12:51 AM

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And I looked up the college since I wasn't familiar with it, turns out it's in Mississippi.

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