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Scott Pelley's Speech Sparks Outrage Among Trump Supporters

5/27/2025

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Scott Pelley's commencement address at Wake Forest University ignited controversy among Trump supporters, who derisively dubbed the school "Woke Forest." Accusations of hypocrisy flew as Pelley condemned attacks on free speech while criticizing Trump. He cautioned graduates about an "insidious fear" threatening journalism and academia, urging them to foster meaningful dialogue in these turbulent times.

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Scott Pelley's commencement address at Wake Forest University ignited controversy among Trump supporters, who derisively dubbed the school "Woke Forest." Accusations of hypocrisy flew as Pelley condemned attacks on free speech while criticizing Trump. He cautioned graduates about an "insidious fear" threatening journalism and academia, urging them to foster meaningful dialogue in these turbulent times.