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Hillary Clinton's East LA college visit from a student's perspective
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May 6, 2016
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Hillary Clinton's East LA college visit from a student's perspective
Hillary Clinton visited East LA College this week and while she was greeted with enthusiasm from those attending the event, many protestors were also on campus.
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton addresses supporters in the overflow area during a campaign event at the Los Angeles Southwest College on Saturday, April 16, 2016, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton addresses supporters in the overflow area during a campaign event at the Los Angeles Southwest College on Saturday, April 16, 2016, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
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Hillary Clinton visited East LA College this week and while she was greeted with enthusiasm from those attending the event, many protestors were also on campus.

Hillary Clinton was in town this week, attending fundraising and stopping by East LA College yesterday: 

Clinton's message of unity and breaking down barriers was greeted by applause and high energy.

But just outside the gymnasium where the event was held, she was surrounded by protests on campus and nearby.

Megan Razzetti, a student at East LA College and an editor at the Campus News, attended the Hillary Clinton event on Thursday and joined the show for more.

To hear the full segment, click the blue play button above.