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397. The Heritage Foundation: Responsibility and Meaning | Dr. Kevin Roberts

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Navigating Conservative Academia

This chapter examines the influence and rise of conservative think tanks in the U.S., addressing the challenges faced by conservative scholars in predominantly liberal academic settings. The speaker shares personal anecdotes about their experiences in graduate school and as a young professor, highlighting the intolerance toward differing opinions and the impact on intellectual discourse. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of open debate and critical thinking in academia, comparing the approaches in North America and Britain.

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