In the ensuing thirty-three years, technology revolutionized government, our financial markets, and the way we interact with each other. It raised the prospect of a new, enlightened age full of promise and opportunity for our own country. The dominant narrative of the time was about the inexorable triumph of democracy and capitalism worldwide. The Cold War that had raised the specter of nuclear annihilation and that dominated our domestic political dynamic for generations was nearing a peaceful end. We make it!”Īs graduates, we were about to step into a world that was suddenly experiencing seismic, historic shifts. In a class-wide vote, the slogan for our t-shirts that won out was: “We don’t practice law. Our class pride was channeled through our friendly rivalry with the UT Law School. We also shared a common conviction that transcended our politics: that what we learned here empowered us to make the world a better place. It was inspiring to be with classmates who shared my passion. Like many of you here, my fascination with politics, public policy, and social justice led me to prepare myself for a career in public service. More than three decades ago, I arrived in Austin fresh out of college with a mix of excitement and worry about what the future might bring. Today’s graduates have earned the advanced degrees that will serve them and our country well. The power of higher education to expand opportunities for all is undeniable. Friends and family, distinguished guests, Class of 2023:Īs a proud Class of 1990 graduate of this distinguished school, it is a great honor to be here today on this joyous occasion.
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