The Impact of Job Training on Free Speech and Democracy in Academia
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The focus on job training in academia is undermining free speech and democracy. Republican lawmakers seek to fund free speech programs while cutting diversity initiatives. The University of Wyoming cancels a social justice institute due to the elimination of funding for diversity. The University of Wisconsin freezes hiring for diversity positions and eliminates an affirmative action faculty hiring program. The Supreme Court backs a ban on drag events on campus. Bills targeting political litmus tests in higher education advance. Trust in academia declines, leading to self-censorship. The emphasis on job training hinders education for democracy. #FreeSpeech #Diversity #HigherEducation #Democracy...

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