Evolving Perspectives on Education and Politics

This chapter discusses the changing viewpoints of historians regarding fascism and leadership under Trump, highlighting rising concerns among intellectuals about economic instability and societal divisions. It critiques elite higher education institutions, particularly Columbia University, for their hypocrisy and self-serving practices, questioning their commitment to genuine education. The conversation also addresses the implications of First Amendment violations and the troubling trend of expelling students for financial reasons, urging greater public discourse on these critical issues.