The Pros and Cons of Tenure

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I don't think that tenure is or should be an absolute ban against losing your job. There's a feeling that there's a bargain that is implicitly struck where I will take less money for this job in return for the job security provided by tenure. Most all academics in countries that have tenure are in favor of expanding it, not getting rid of it. It saves universities money, it's good for the well-being and mental health of the professors.

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