speeches

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University commencement speeches used to send graduates into the world with a boost of optimism and a dollop of advice.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

“When giving speeches, our presidents always say, ‘We are a country of immigrants,’ or ‘We came from the boats,’” says Martel.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Leo is more of a listener and, in his speeches, he has focused on social priorities like the fight against poverty and repeated warnings over the risks of artificial intelligence.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

With three of the four days of the visit now over, the speeches will be what's remembered here, as the security is so tight there have been no moments so far to meet the public.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Attendees sat around tables made into giant rectangles with their name cards and cups of coffee or bottled water in front of them, making speeches.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French