The guy is burned toast - what a wimp. This type of cave reminds me of some of the first hippie sit-ins at college presidents’ offices, where instead of having the trespassers arrested and kicked out, they gave in to their demands. The hippies at first couldn’t believe that they had won so easily. After they got over their shock, they were totally emboldened and only increased their demands in subsequent takeovers of administration buildings. Those initial caves by adults to snot faced, spoiled brats is what has led to where we are today. And it seems that nothing has changed - no adults in sight.
“Today I again had the opportunity to meet with MU graduate student Jonathan Butler who continues a hunger strike protesting the inequalities, inequities, and obstacles faced by students, faculty and staff at the University of Missouri. I am very concerned about Jonathan’s health. His voice for social justice is important and powerful. He is being heard and I am listening. I am thankful for the leadership provided by him and the other student leaders in raising awareness of racism, injustice, and intolerance. This afternoon I also met with representatives of several student groups and I value their input and hear their voices.
Racism does exist at our university and it is unacceptable. It is a long-standing, systemic problem which daily affects our family of students, faculty and staff. I am sorry this is the case. I truly want all members of our university community to feel included, valued and safe.
I regret my reaction at the MU homecoming parade when the ConcernedStudent1950 group approached my car. I am sorry, and my apology is long overdue. My behavior seemed like I did not care. That was not my intention. I was caught off guard in that moment. Nonetheless, had I gotten out of the car to acknowledge the students and talk with them perhaps we wouldn’t be where we are today. I am asking us to move forward in addressing the racism that exists at our university – and it does exist. Together we must rise to the challenge of combatting racism, injustice, and intolerance.”
At least the sixties protesters had a war to protest.
What we have now is malcontents making up shit as they
go along. Marcus Garvey, we need you now more than ever.
Send these people back to their native lands.