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BYU Cracks Down on Liberal Professors | Ep. 1980

Mormon Stories Podcast

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The Culture Clash at BYU

This chapter explores the shifting landscape at Brigham Young University, driven by new leadership and stringent employment contracts that prioritize adherence to church doctrine over academic freedom. Faculty and students share their struggles with conformity pressures regarding LGBTQ+ rights, racial issues, and gender equality, revealing a culture of fear and self-censorship. The chapter critiques the church's membership claims and the reluctance of leaders to engage with external media, underscoring a troubling trend towards institutional conservatism and repression.

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