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The Coddling Of The American Mind: Good Times Have Created Weak Men | Greg Lukianoff

Thoughtful Money with Adam Taggart

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The Crisis of Free Speech in Academia

This chapter examines the decline of free speech within higher education, highlighting how colleges foster a restrictive climate that stifles open dialogue and viewpoint diversity. It explores the influence of elite institutions on societal norms, the impact of 'wokeness,' and the growing control of ideologies over academic discourse. Additionally, the chapter discusses the ramifications of 'safetyism' in parenting and education, suggesting that overprotective approaches impede resilience and critical thinking.

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