Several high-profile Democrats spoke out in support of Harvard University's decision, including former President Barack Obama. See what they said.

The former president broke with his practice of not criticising policies or leaders on social media to praise Harvard's stand

Has the anti-Trump “resistance” finally started to resist? “Fight fiercely, Harvard,” was the name of a satirical song by Tom Lehrer, but the university now seems to be trying to live up to its credo.