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The Wild History of the Ivy League | History Hyenas

History Hyenas with Chris Distefano and Yannis Pappas

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Controversies in Ivy League Education

This chapter explores Trump's controversial stance on funding Ivy League institutions, advocating for public funding to ensure meritocratic access for all talented students. The speakers provide a satirical critique of the admissions process and the cultural climate at elite universities, suggesting admissions are influenced more by appearance and social status than academics. Additionally, they discuss the ramifications of political actions against schools like Harvard, touching on issues of international student admissions and rising anti-Semitic sentiments on campuses.

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