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What commencement speakers are telling 2019 graduates

: From Jennifer Garner to Tim Cook, highlights from 2019 graduation speeches

05/31/2019

PBS News Hour

What commencement speakers are telling 2019 graduates

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: From Jennifer Garner to Tim Cook, highlights from 2019 graduation speeches

It’s graduation season, the time of year when politicians, artists, business leaders and celebrities send college students off into their next chapter with sage advice and humor. This year’s high-profile speakers include John Krasinski, Bill Nye, Jennifer Garner, Tim Cook, Cyndi Lauper, the NewsHour’s own Yamiche Alcindor and President Trump. Here are some highlights.

05/31/2019

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