Controversies in Elite Academia

This chapter delves into the contentious environment at prestigious universities like MIT and Harvard, focusing on recent commencement speeches that sparked protests and walkouts due to controversial political statements. It critiques university responses to perceived anti-Semitism and the complex issues of privilege, activism, and financial corruption within elite academic settings. Additionally, the chapter examines the intersection of government funding and academic autonomy, raising concerns about the implications of political ideologies on education and society.