Title: A Bold Stand for Justice: The Story of a Law School Targeted for Its Progressive Values In a world where speaking up for justice can get you targeted, there are heroes who courageously stand up against these injustices. Meet Mohammed, a CUNY law school student who dared to speak out against Israel's inhumane treatment of Palestinians and the discriminatory practices of the NYPD. After giving a commencement speech that advocated for social justice, Mohammed faced a barrage of attacks from tabloids and even the mayor. The very school where he was enrolled in and gave the speech disavowed it. But why? The answer is clear - he challenged the status quo. The speech threatened the powers that be and exposed the injustices that many choose to overlook. This attack on Mohammed is not just an example of how dissenting voices are silenced, but also how the progressive values of an institution can lead to it being targeted. CUNY law school has always been a beacon of hope for those who seek social justice, but its values have also made it a target. However, it is precisely because of those values that this school continues to attract some of the brightest minds who want to be a part of a community that stands up for the marginalized. But this story is not just about Mohammed or CUNY. It is about the power of speaking up against injustice and the courage it takes to do so. It is about the importance of standing up for our values and principles and not backing down when faced with opposition. So, if you are reading this, remember that we must continue to put forward our ideas and fight for change, even when we are targeted for it. The future belongs to those who dare to speak up against injustice and brave the storm of opposition. A student gave a commencement address at the famously progressive CUNY law school. Two weeks later, she was attacked by the tabloids and the mayor, and the school disavowed her speech.
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