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Navigating Cancel Culture: Free Speech at Risk
This chapter examines contemporary issues of free speech within elite educational institutions, focusing on the rise of cancel culture and its historical context. It discusses the impact of social media in amplifying this phenomenon and highlights the culture of self-censorship among students driven by fear of backlash. Through exploring psychological factors and institutional practices, the chapter critiques the challenges faced by free speech advocates and the implications for societal discourse.