A photograph of the black leaders smiling and chatting with Mr. Trump around his desk was widely circulated and instantly became a flash point for students who believe the administration has been insensitive to the needs of black Americans. Marybeth Gasman, a historian of education at the University of Pennsylvania, said she thought the meeting did more for Mr. Trump than for the college presidents. Advertisement Continue reading the main storySome Howard students were more supportive. “President Trump should be aware of what’s going on inside our doors, and we shouldn’t be so hung up on upholding our image when we need help,” she said. Mr. Taylor said he had actually expected a smaller delegation of presidents to be allowed into the Oval Office, but Mr. Trump had invited them all in.

Source: New York Times March 04, 2017 07:52 UTC