I found myself in a "safe space" at Emory University talking with some of the students who marched on the president's office this week after feeling offended and even threatened. The offense? Trumpisms were chalked all over campus. Yes, really.

The kids were smart and nice as they explained the rally that has caused eye rolls worldwide. But part of me wondered whether the protest was about a perceived threat? Or just a way to for students to flex their new-found muscle of being offended.

Bill Torpy creates yet another microaggression with today's column on MyAJC.com

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Braves first baseman Matt Olson (left) is greeted by Ronald Acuña Jr. after batting during the MLB Home Run Derby as part of the All-Star Game festivities on Monday, July 14, 2025, at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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