Clarence Thomas Speaks at Hillsdale College's Commencement Ceremony

[@CrispimSoares]

Thanks much Hillsdale for sharing this video, and with the most superb video quality. I couldn't wait to watch it when I heard about it on the radio.

[@residentflea]

What a difference between this highly respected gentleman's commencement speech compared to that of obama's...

[@Garbo630]

Justice Thomas is BRILLIANT, humble, and true. I pray for his strength each day.

[@EquestrianEdwards]

A truly great American. He is speaking directly to the young people emphasizing responsibilities, not rights and entitlements. They must contribute as citizens he says. "Following your bliss" is a platitude too often heard at these commencements. Not by this speaker. A very moving address!

[@cep922]

Thank you Hillsdale and Justice Thomas.

[@rosenthalcharlesjr]

Justice Thomas is truly one of America's great minds.

[@lisaweaver986]

I am must sure this man to a Washington has to have had to years weight his soul to the pirates inside as corrupted Indeed this man has.

[@nickolascaldarera7182]

My God this is so beautiful. I am not a cryer by any stretch of the imagination. This speech has caused me tears because like the Declaration of Independence and constitution has touched my soul. Thank You Justice Clarence Thomas. I remember the attack on your character on national tv by the Democratic senators yet at the end of the day your stellar character won the day. Thank You so much for your service.

[@bbalderston125]

😂

[@howardking3046]

I’m glad you grew up on that small farm because, without it, you would not have been the man you are. You used the words ‘responsibility’ and “without it we would have had no food”. That is an understanding that can only be forged out of sweat and sacrifice-two of the principal ingredients that constitute free citizenship.

[@cadusindona]

Justice Thomas is an international reference. I am a Brazilian lawyer and often I study his opinions. He is a model of judge, father and catholic. God bless him.

[@colloredbrothers]

A standing ovation, my heart warms to see people honor and respect a great man when he is present, not all hope is lost.

[@onceuponamidnightdry]

Justice Thomas is a national treasure of originalist thought and a stalwart defender of our Constitution and the God given Liberties and Freedoms it protects for all Americans.

[@Garbo630]

Amen!

[@lesjones912]

Justice Thomas gave a true and wonderful speach about our efforts, our Labors, weaving the fabric of liberty and Freedom in our daily lives; of a civil society. He did not mention socialism, feudalism, communism, or populism. He spoke of living life and of individual charity. A life of freedoms, It may require that we give our last full measure, or not; but eventually we will give our last. Will it be for individual liberty ...or will it be for something else, something less? -ljones

[@Leann68]

We need more Justice Clarence Thomas judges on the Supreme Court and all lower courts.

[@Marimilitarybrat]

Justice Scalise died alone in a hotel room. There was a rushed cremation without an autopsy. Although he had a known cardiac history, it was typical and common for an autopsy to occur. Strange situation.

[@Kitty-Cattie]

Interesting. Do you think something has happened?

[@marky657]

I wish everyone of us could listen to this wonderful speech....What a great man and what a great american..

[@AdamAus85]

Someone elevated by merit

[@horacioortega569]

This great speech by this great man only goes to reinforce how dangerously warped Obama's worldview truly is. Long live Justice Clarence Thomas and long live conservatism

[@horacioortega569]

+Peter Krempely no ideology has failed and continues to fail democracy and the liberty required for its proper function more than leftism.

[@jamesb7651]

Conservatives proceed to "conserve" the ideals that made it possible for you, Peter, to bloviate without intellect. Aristocracy constricted freedom, and the principles that conservatives wish to preserve set it free. Read the real history books and stay away from the idiotic talking points given by those who would cloud your own mind with group think and a smorgasbord of shallow, meaningless "rights". In other words, really listen to what Justice Thomas actually said.

[@measl]

@@peterorpaulettekrempely9341 *Aristocracy cannot exist in a place where expression and other rights exist in primacy. "Conservatism"is an ideology consisting solely what it's root entreats: Conserve the word and meaning of the political system our forebears founded. Conserve everything around you - i.e., Waste not, want not. In your case, it would say to conserve those words you don't really understand: nobody can know you are an idiot if you don't advertise it with idiotic statements.*

[@jamesmiller8910]

Excellent Commencement Address

[@debifambro1039]

I'm hoping my grandchildren will attend Hillsdale ❤

[@kirkbowyer3249]

"THE ADVICE NEAREST MY HEART AND DEEPEST IN MY CONVICTION IS THAT THE UNION OF THE STATES BE CHERISHED AND PERPETUATED. LET THE OPEN ENEMY TO IT BE REGARDED AS A PANDORA WITH HER BOX OPENED; AND THE DISGUISED ONE, AS THE SERPENT CREEPING WITH HIS DEADLY WILES INTO PARADISE." JAMES MADISON

[@msdcat1]

What a wonderful human being! Thank you Clarence Thomas!

[@windwalker8058]

Giants do walk the earth this man is one of them !

[@grammadrm4974]

Thank You Judge Thomas for an amazing speech. You graduates are amongst greatness with this man. You need appreciate however you manage to be at Hillsdale College and thank whomever helped you attend. Good luck to all of you. Please remember what this fine gentleman has said. It will carry you far in life. God Bless America!

[@southernberean8166]

I love this man sooo much!!!....may God give him the strength for the days to come... if we modeled our lives after this man we would be a better nation for it

[@elisolomon8741]

What can one say after hearing such a meaningful oratory by such a distinguished person. As an Australian, I have the perspective of looking at the United States in 2020 from the outside. With all you have to contend with, you are most fortunate to have such a person in your midst.

[@toonybrain]

Justice Thomas: amazing man. Wise and good.

[@wrestler7935]

Fantastic speech. This guy is brilliant.

[@wm.tomlinson1434]

Humble and dedicated to truth and justice

[@tobyt4865]

did any of the graduates retreat to their safe space during this speech?

[@Garbo630]

LOL....good one :)

[@carloberle8402]

*****RESPECT TRUST AND HONOR 🎖 FREEDOM AND JUSTICE ⚖️ FOR ALL THANK YOU 😊 🙏

[@haydenwayne3710]

Yes, indeed. Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country!!!

[@teresaleake4777]

Thanks again for all you do for the justice Thomas judge

[@feliciapoccatek6590]

What a great memorable, inspiring speech!! GOD bless Clarence Thomas and GOD bless Hillsdale College!!

[@stevegant7856]

God bless you Justice Clarence Thomas!

[@annphillips4044]

This is the courageous wisdom that undergirds Coleman Hughes’ truth. The Truth roars like a lion.❤️

[@richardmoorelowther3672]

I HOLD THE TRUTH TO BE SELF EVIDENT. THOSE INDIVIDUAL CASE FACTORS IN DEEPER EXAMINATION / DO REVEAL DEEPER INSIGHTS.

[@johnmacnaughton3391]

I only wish my kids could have listened to this. I'm going to share share share, but can only pray they might hear this amazing oration. Judge Thomas is in my top 3 people to have dinner with and spend an evening. The other two are dead and one of those appears frequently in the Bible (and actually isn't dead). God bless this man. What an amazing American.

[@JSomerled]

Justice Thomas,as important to this country as the founders..

[@anothercomment3451]

Folks who talk of racism, should consider the level this man rose to.

[@sozo5]

right on

[@nataliejanvrin5964]

Absolutely beautiful God gave us a wonderful judge thank you honorable judge Thomas . 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@tohopes]

substance starts at 8:29

[@janetmarmaro8269]

How beautiful ..... God bless our judge Thomas. You Persevered through it all. Thank you ❤️✝️ for your service to America!!

[@christopherduren9005]

We are grateful to have CLARENCE THOMAS !!! AMERICAN PATRIOT !!!

[@richardmoorelowther3672]

TIME IS RELEVENT AND PERTAINENT. RELATIVE,SIGNIFICANT /.

[@speckledhen409]

Do the right thing you will have a good life. You won't be ashamed of yourself,your family or country. You are an example for new generations. They sure do need one now days.

[@geluns2801]

Awesome! Justice Thomas is a Treasure! I remember when he was crucified with words. He is a wonderful example for young people of Every ethnicity in America. God Bless Justice Thomas and Thank God he is an American❤

[@bartakin]

One of the best justices. God bless him..

[@friendofjesus1680]

Thanks!

[@ukyo2010]

Inspiring!

[@datguyoverdere6616]

Interesting intro...

[@woodiethompson526]

Kimberly stassel outstanding speech

[@FreedomDaves]

We need a revival. We NEED a revival.

[@topwatchtopwatch4967]

I am absolutely astounded and stand in awe of Justice Clarence Thomas. I appreciate his upcoming, although I am whte, I too was born and reared in Sumter, South Carolina. We did have electricity, but no bathroom or running water. In the summer we picked cotton for $2.00 per 100 lbs. I made it through High School and joined the US Navy where I served for 13 years and served in Vietnam. I am now retired and get a 40% Veterans disability. God Bless You and God Speed.

[@TWILS02119]

This nocca here...🤨 He shows and proves there were indeed two types of slaves.

[@richardmoorelowther3672]

THE LETTERS IN DEEPER EXAMINATION / ARE TO PROVIDE MORE DO JUST RIGHT CAUSE. I AM A SOLDIER IN THE WAR UPON / POVERTY , AND SELFISH ABUSE / BY EMPOWERED OFFICES OF NEGLECT , OR ABUSE.

[@geosantos2230]

19:10

[@tomgotschall7766]

One of the greatest statesmen of all time.

[@richardmoorelowther3672]

VERY MUCH A HEART FELT , PATRIOT.

[@kirkbowyer3249]

"IT IS CLEAR THEN THAT EXCELLENCE & BADNESS HAVE TO DO WITH VOLUNTARY ACTS." ARISTOTLE; EUDEMIAN ETHICS; BOOK II. SECTION 6.

[@suzyjeffrey8837]

Excellent.

[@DrdrGames]

33:21

[@MyTaylorb]

What a wonderful Supreme Court justice.

[@carolynmscotti827]

God Bless You Supreme Justice Clarence Thomas, thank you for your service. Job well done.

[@christopherfiorentino6552]

6:15

[@richardmoorelowther3672]

I NEED FOR JUSTICE STORY TO BE MY JUDGE UPON / OUR COLLECTIVE PERFORMANCE / AND MY MEDIARY , IN GOVERNMENT PERFORMANCE // I STAND IN SUPPORT OF OUR AMERICAN CONSTITUTIONAL CONGRESSIONAL LAWS ; AND I SAY REPEAL THOSE LAWS TO MODIFICATION THAT ARE NOT , JUSTLY RIGHT AND CORRECT. THINK ABOUT THIS / AND DO THAT WHICH IS JUSTLY DUE JUST RIGHT AND PROPER.

[@kirkbowyer3249]

GOD BLESS JUSTICE THOMAS

[@yolludhypierre6638]

Clarence Thomas is the best judge

[@shawannaanderson3226]

Amen.

[@sheldonburnston497]

This: www.syracuse.com/opinion/index.ssf/2016/05/the_clarence_thomas_dissent_that_broke_my_heart_commentary.html

[@edwardlozinsky3344]

Associate Thomas is the Epitome of what makes America ...his believe in GOD and country should be a lesson for us all... to love our fellow man. And the expression of free ideas even if we don't agree.we always have the freedom to do what no other country has... free speech.. to learn from our fellow country men. And resolve our differences in a lawful discorce... not hatred . This is what makes our country great. Coming together for a better future....

[@rpospeedwagon]

Awesome 😎

[@brad9154]

God bless you .

[@marymaryquitecontraryi5115]

Love you Mr. Justice Thomas! God bless you Sir!

[@kimberlywiederhold627]

What a great man.

[@barbarabennett5385]

Judge Clarence Thomas thank you for sharing your testimony of our United States Constitution. I appreciate your contributions to our liberty. As I am a Senior Citizen I hold fast to the wonderful gifts of our Founding Fathers and their people called upon to bring it to pass. I will do all that I can to give the last full measure of what I can do within my circle of influence. God Bless you and your life.

[@joescott58]

An incredible MAN.

[@stevenrigney1449]

He must keep that hairy Coke can under the podium…

[@carolynbarney1265]

GOD BLESS '...❤❤❤👣🕊🐑🧂🌎🗣🗽👍🥰

[@marynewsham9896]

fabulous

[@keepidahogreat5687]

Love this man

[@yolludhypierre6638]

I watch this video every day I like Clarence thomas I like justice and freedom

[@garmentgraphics]

Wonderful graduation speech!

[@fpostell5859]

The 3 virtues: duty, honor, country. And how does that play out in Assoc. Justice Thomas' friendship with a billionaire? Relying, encouraging, accepting grossly outlandish and undisclosed GIFTS? Personal gifts of private high school tuition for his nephew? The purchase of his mother's home while she still lives there? And the yachts, the private plane trips? And yet more not disclosed to the country he is privileged to serve on the highest court of justice until he dies? Was his buddy Harlan Crow 'discharging his daily duties' to solve Thomas' own 'problems, obligations, and responsibilities'? This liberty-riddled speech is such hypocrisy. Thank you for sharing so I could hear it first-hand.

[@nickolascaldarera7182]

This man is so wise!!!

[@anthonykirby7427]

At $285,000 a year he can well pay for his vacations and keep his integrity intact.

[@Bigfoothawk]

Grow up. All, the justices signed the letter saying this is a non issue.

[@sachiperez]

Honorable! 😂

[@007jacquie]

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[@treevin8909]

Forget Justice Thomas! Jay-Z is your real role model!

[@trucquynh3948]

my ideologies might not align with this his but god, i wish he could live forever

[@sheldonburnston497]

Racist? Hardly. You don't know me, so don't throw words around that are both false and incendiary. If all you can do is call someone names, you invalidate any arguments you might otherwise make. In my opinion, the fact that this man is occupying Thurgood Marshall's seat on the Supreme Court is an outrage and a travesty. This is MY opinion; make of it what you will.

[@joeiiiful]

Sheldon Burnston. Whether you try to wiggle your way or not, you are a racist slimeball. The problem with you is transparent revealing what you are all about. Thomas is a patriotic America loving and Constitution loving judge who is dedicated to texualist interpretation whereas Marshall was a racist, Leftist, living document interpreter as every judge appointed by a Democrat must be. You are a typical lowlife Leftist Marxist America hating, constitution hater. Deny it, but that is going to reveal you to be a liar.

[@mr.wrongthink.1325]

Useless.

[@sheldonburnston497]

I would have walked out. I wouldn't go listen to him if he was speaking next door to me.

[@davidhughes4285]

+Sheldon Burnston That seems particularly close minded. Alternative points of view are very healthy for anyone with any intellectual integrity. You missed something powerful and inspiring by not listening to and reflecting upon what he said. Perhaps you would benefit from his thoughts about good citizenship.

[@orcawne]

This is a TYPICAL response of the professed "liberal minded". It puts the lie to the very use of the word "liberal" in contemporary discourse.

[@wrestler7935]

Racist.

[@joeiiiful]

Sheldon Burnston. The way of the hate filled leftist Marxist America hating hypocrite who is closed minded and a hater of the Constitution. Go back to your beloved CNN for more brainwashing.

[@Pmtd1234]

I am very interested in hearing why?