Murphy cancels Duquesne lecture over potential protests

Brandon Addeo | News Editor U.S. Representative Tim Murphy (R-Allegheny) postponed a scheduled Feb. 21 talk at Duquesne shortly before it was set to start after Duquesne officials learned protestors might show up at the event. Murphy was supposed to lecture at 2:30 p.m. in the Student Union on his Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act. Murphy’s office cited safety concerns as the reason … Continue reading Murphy cancels Duquesne lecture over potential protests

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Murphy wrong to cancel Duquesne appearance

By: Duke Staff As you can read in The Duke’s news section, Congressman Tim Murphy (R-Allegheny) recently cancelled his planned appearance at Duquesne University, citing security concerns through a spokeswoman for his office. Interestingly, a spokeswoman for Duquesne said the university and its police force were ready and willing to proceed with the event, even if extra security was required. With Duquesne offering the full … Continue reading Murphy wrong to cancel Duquesne appearance

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