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Deporting ‘Pro-Jihadist’ Students: Censorship or Good Governance?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 779 implied HN points • 04 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Government Policy Civil Rights Student activism
  1. Trump's executive order aims to deport noncitizens who support terrorist groups. This means students who protest in favor of jihadist movements could face serious consequences.
  2. There is a debate about whether this action is a necessary step for good governance or just censorship. Two experts who usually agree on free speech strongly disagree on this topic.
  3. The situation highlights the tension between protecting national security and upholding free expression on campuses. It's a complex issue that raises important questions about rights and responsibilities.

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Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1752 implied HN points • 19 Feb 24
🚌 Education College Free speech Independent Journalism Critical Thinking Student activism
  1. Free speech is crucial for a free society and intellectual growth, but is often viewed as political in the current era.
  2. Campus culture sometimes discourages questioning and different perspectives, leading to fear of being judged for holding alternative views.
  3. Reading independent journalism and engaging in conversations can inspire critical thinking, challenge beliefs, and empower individuals to speak up for what they believe in.

The End of Liberal Education?

Castalia • 539 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
🚌 Education Higher education Liberal Arts Social justice Student activism
  1. There is growing concern that elite universities like Harvard are losing touch with their traditional liberal values. Recent incidents have highlighted a divide between student activism and mainstream liberalism.
  2. The rising costs of education are making it harder for middle-class families to access top schools. This situation has led to a focus on superficial diversity rather than true socioeconomic representation.
  3. The environment on college campuses has shifted towards heightened sensitivity and protection of student feelings. This shift includes the use of concepts like 'safe spaces' and 'trigger warnings,' which some argue restrict open debate and dialogue.

When Academia Becomes a Bad Sitcom

Heterodox STEM • 227 implied HN points • 13 Aug 23
🚌 Education Student activism
  1. The academia emergency meeting highlighted issues around personal relationships between staff and students.
  2. The meeting led to emotional responses and demands for trainings and policies to address power dynamics.
  3. The situation exemplifies how university bureaucracy can magnify personal issues into campus-wide dramas.
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