Oppose Larry H. Miller's Keynote
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On Friday, April 21st, Larry H. Miller has been invited to give a keynote address during the annual Discover U Days celebration. We, the undersigned, feel that this invitation is a direct violation of the University of Utahs mission statement, which states that the University is fully committed to the goals of equal opportunity and affirmative action, which are designed to ensure that each individual be provided with the opportunity for full, unhampered, and responsible participation in every aspect of campus life. Recently, Mr. Millers outspoken homophobia and blatant bigotry have received national press. He has unapologetically alienated a vibrant, important part of our campus community: our faculty, our students, and our staff.
By extending Mr. Miller this opportunity, the University of Utah is condoning the use of hate speech and insidious tactics of segregation. We believe that institutions of higher education, most especially those dedicated to ideals of equal opportunity, must take a stand against all forms of prejudice and hate.
We request that the University of Utah rescind this thoughtless invitation and issue a formal statement of apology to members of the LGBTQ population and their many allies.
By extending Mr. Miller this opportunity, the University of Utah is condoning the use of hate speech and insidious tactics of segregation. We believe that institutions of higher education, most especially those dedicated to ideals of equal opportunity, must take a stand against all forms of prejudice and hate.
We request that the University of Utah rescind this thoughtless invitation and issue a formal statement of apology to members of the LGBTQ population and their many allies.
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17 February 2016
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Keith H
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I am sad to see that the University of Utah has become this bigot's POLITICAL PROSTITUTE. Revolting!
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Carolin C
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Thank you for reading all of our signatures and considering our opinions. Please un-invite Larry Miller.
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19 December 2015
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Brent H
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I do not believe in censorship, but I believe it is right to make this statement in opposition to Larry Miller's censorship.
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4 December 2015
30 November 2015
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Trace Ls
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I am an alumni of the U of U. I was not taught bigotry when i was at the University please do not support it now.
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84108
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Shelly J
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please do not support a speaker who can not be open to differences in people
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15 November 2015
11 November 2015
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Sharon A
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We need a voice that represents various views at the University and not a view that embraces bigotry.
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84103
9 November 2015
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Camille F
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U alumni...we shouldn't support a person who is blatantly hateful toward a large part of our community
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84102
16 October 2015
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