Bigots like Ron DeSantis should not be platformed by Stanford
Amanda Campos '26 argues why Stanford should not host politicians like Ron DeSantis.
The Hoover Institution will host Governor Ron DeSantis on Friday. As a Florida resident, immigrant, and woman, the author views DeSantis as a racist, queerphobic, sexist, power-hungry politician.
DeSantis signed a state bill prohibiting local governments from passing sanctuary city bills, which lower crime rates by preventing local police from assisting ICE.
He’s a racist with power.
The author believes that DeSantis' views are harmful and that he should not be given a platform at Stanford.
Author's summary: Stanford should not host bigoted politicians like Ron DeSantis.
- DeSantis signed a bill prohibiting sanctuary city bills.
- Sanctuary city bills lower crime rates.
- DeSantis' views are harmful to immigrants and minorities.