Controversial Figure Charleston White Sparks Outrage with Anti-HBCU Remarks at Tougaloo College

TOUGALOO, MS A visit by controversial internet personality Charleston White to Tougaloo College, a historically black college and university (HBCU) renowned for its role in the Civil Rights Movement, escalated into a heated confrontation on Tuesday. White, known for his provocative commentary, was captured on video making several contentious statements that drew strong reactions from students and onlookers. Eyewitness accounts and video footage show White declaring, “I don’t give a f*** about no HBCUs” while on the campus grounds. He further challenged the students present, stating, “All y’all poor, all yall trying to debate is poor.” These remarks, made at an institution deeply rooted in the advancement of Black education and civil rights, quickly sparked outrage among the community members. The video depicts students and other individuals engaging White in verbal exchanges, with several people filming the incident on their phones. As the situation unfolded, White began to walk away, but a group continued to follow him, maintaining the heated discussion. The incident highlights the ongoing dialogue and tensions surrounding the role and perception of HBCUs and the impact of public figures' statements on these institutions. Tougaloo College has not yet released an official statement regarding the incident.

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