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The College Cartel

The Political Orphanage

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The College Cartel: Funding and Prestige

This chapter examines the detrimental effects of federal funding on higher education, where universities prioritize luxury amenities over true educational value, leading to increased tuition costs. It critiques the rise of an elite college cartel that prioritizes prestige and profit through endowments, raising ethical concerns about financial gain at the expense of students.

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