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Tom Brokaw Takes Legendary Shot At Alabama During Ole Miss’ Commencement Speech

On Saturday, Tom Brokaw, who is best known for being the anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News from 1982-2004, spoke at Ole Miss‘ graduation. Despite being a graduate of the University of South Dakota, Brokaw appealed to the crowd by taking a shot at Ole Miss’ SEC rival, the University of Alabama.

Tom Brokaw at #OleMiss commencement: “If I was speaking at Alabama’s commencement, I’d have to use smaller words and shorter sentences.”

— Adam Ganucheau (@GanucheauAdam) May 14, 2016

Tom Brokaw trashed Alabama during his Ole Miss graduation speech.