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Ep. 224 - The Philosophy and Theology of the First Amendment w/Dr. Owen Anderson

Parker's Pensées

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Navigating Donor Influence and Free Speech in Academia

This chapter discusses the complexities of donor influence in educational institutions and the resulting implications for free speech and open dialogue among faculty. It highlights the culture of fear surrounding dissenting opinions, the philosophical foundations of the First Amendment, and the historical significance of figures like Socrates. The conversation also explores the nature of self-evident truths, comparing philosophical discourse with scriptural interpretations across different religious texts.

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