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Helen Pluckrose

The Origins Podcast with Lawrence Krauss

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The Tension of Free Speech and Social Justice

This chapter explores the complexities surrounding free speech and the policing of language within the social justice framework. It discusses the risks of silencing dissenting opinions and emphasizes the need for viewpoint diversity, particularly in the context of marginalized voices and critical race theory. By examining the relationship between identity, knowledge, and academic rigor, it underscores the importance of evaluating ideas based on merit rather than identity alone.

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