Ken Burns, H’24 Keynote Address to Brandeis University's 2024 Graduates
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Published 2024-05-20
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All Comments (21)
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I am 81 years old, lawyer, retired judge, professor for 57 years, mother of 3 and grandmother of 6, and I have never heard a more magnificent deeply moving speech, commencement or otherwise, in my entire life than this. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Mr. Burns.
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I don’t believe it is overstated to say that this speech is a masterpiece. It speaks an undeniable truth about our nation and only adds to Ken Burns’ legacy as one of America’s great storytellers.
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I don't even remember who spoke at my commencement, 46 years ago. These kids are lucky - this speech was memorable. I hope they listened and took every word to heart.
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Tremendous speech, Ken is always trying to make us all better people. We should all try and make this world a better place for all people.
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This speech should be Aired on television. PBS.
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Burns destroys the concept of "us" vs "Them". Beautifully articulated.
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Ken Burns outlined more than a commencement speech, he delivered the ultimate master class to all. Bravo!👏
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Every 2024 graduate - and everyone else - should listen to Ken Burns' 20 minutes of wisdom for this critical year, this critical time in the stability of the world.
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The best speech I’ve ever heard; should be spread far and wide.
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Bravo Mr. Burns, a commencement speech for the ages, & especially for these trying times...Thank you!
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In a sane world, this would go viral. Every citizen needs to hear it.
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This amazing address is the Gettysburgh Address for 2024. Thank you Mr. Burns.👏👏👏
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I'm a 70 ear old retired military lawyer, served the nation during three wars. I was moved by Mr. Burns eloquent words.
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It's as if Ken Burn's whole life led up to this speech. Phenomenal.
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“Choose honor over hypocrisy.” This is sorely lacking in these last several years.
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God bless you, Ken Burns! What a magnificent speech, so desperately needed for our times of turmoil. Your contributions to bettering the American people through the powerful stories of our history are inestimable.
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Ken Burns is my absolute hero. I have always admired his work. This was such a powerful speech and I hope with all my heart that people will really listen to it and understand what he is talking about
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This should be listened to by every American...thank you Ken Burns❤
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Travel is fatal to prejudice.
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Like the retired professor in Chapel Hill (comment above)I too am an octogenarian retired professor (UC Davis, in my case) who has also experienced too many painful, forgettable commencement speeches. This one was masterful and insightful. Bravo! 18:34
