Democrats outnumber Republicans 6-to-1 among college graduation speakers, report finds
A recent report indicates that Democrats significantly outnumber Republicans among college graduation speakers, with a ratio of 6-to-1 at top U.S. universities. The analysis by The College Fix found that 86% of partisan speakers were Democratic or Democratic-leaning. This trend highlights the political bias present in commencement addresses at elite educational institutions.
- ▪Democratic speakers made up 86% of partisan commencement speakers at top U.S. colleges.
- ▪The College Fix identified only six Republican or right-leaning speakers this year.
- ▪Notable Republican speakers included Arthur Brooks and Dario Gil.
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Media Democrats outnumber Republicans 6-to-1 among college graduation speakers, report finds The College Fix reviewed public statements and donation records to determine political leanings of graduation speakers By Rachel del Guidice Fox News Published May 18, 2026 5:11pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Political bias in college commencement speeches University of Dallas President Jonathan Sanford and Liberty University VP of Communications Ryan Helfenbein discuss what to look for when choosing which college to attend. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Democrats outnumbered Republicans more than 6-to-1 among commencement speakers at top U.S.
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