Shifting Priorities: Funding and Political Dynamics in Universities

This chapter examines the recent pivot in university funding from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives towards prioritizing law enforcement, influenced by key political and financial figures. It also discusses the complexities surrounding anti-Zionism, legislative actions on anti-Semitism, and the disconnect between elected officials and their constituents, highlighting the historical role of student activism in effecting social change.