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Razib Khan's Unsupervised Learning

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Politics and Paradigms in Academia

This chapter examines the political dynamics within academia, particularly the dominance of liberal ideologies in disciplines like geography, anthropology, and economics. It discusses the implications of these biases for academic freedom, the challenges faced by conservative scholars, and the evolving perceptions of universities in more conservative states. The conversation highlights the need for greater ideological diversity and the importance of reforming academic practices to ensure integrity and inclusivity in research and discourse.

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