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Identity Politics and Campus Dynamics
This chapter examines the evolving dynamics on college campuses, highlighting the connections between student protests over social justice and historical patterns of behavior in activism. It critiques the binary oppressor-oppressed framework prevalent in identity politics, particularly concerning how it frames interactions among racial groups, and discusses its implications for political discourse. The conversation further explores the tension between liberal and conservative ideologies, noting a potential shift towards more balanced discussions in academia amidst rising criticism of extremism.