Rutgers ' president ' stands fully behind the president ' but ' respects ' her decision . Protesters protest the war in Iraq and ' torture journalists ' for gathering information . I have defended America 's belief in free speech and the exchange of ideas . Rice calls invitation ' a distraction for the university community at this very special time ' Some are upset by the protests and want Rice to resign , student news editor says .
Rutgers ' president ' stands fully behind the president ' but ' respects ' her decision . Protesters protest the war in Iraq and ' torture journalists ' for gathering information . Rice calls invitation ' a distraction for the university community at this very special time ' Some are upset by the protests and want Rice to resign , student news editor says .