It would seriously sicken me if I had to listen to the lying, pandering, a-hole give me a speech. People get so wrapped up in the “I have to walk” thing like it matters. Screw that. I wouldn’t even show up.
It was a double jeopardy hostage situation, they had to attend in order to get their diplomas but they didn’t get their diplomas until they turned in their caps and gowns.