Groan…

Via Chron:

The graduating class of Texas Southern University was reminded Friday evening that the fate of the country is in the hands of lawyers who have a responsibility to uphold the law no matter whom they are prosecuting.

That’s what Congresswoman Maxine Waters told a group of 183 students during the Thurgood Marshall School of Law’s hooding ceremony, where the symbolic doctoral hood is placed over the head of graduates who have completed the necessary coursework to receive their Juris Doctor.

Other distinguished guest included Reps. Al Green and Sheila Jackson Lee, both Houston Democrats. […]

With 41 years of public service, she was named one of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people. She’s also known for her appeal to young people, who affectionately refer to her as Auntie Maxine.

She ended her speech Friday by telling the students that the obstacles they face won’t end. She said to use that as motivation, however, to keep growing and fighting for what they know is right.

“Thank you very much and stay woke,” she said to cheers and applause.