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Larry Summers on What Went Wrong on Campus

The Good Fight

CHAPTER

Challenges Facing Leading Universities

The chapter explores the shifting values and challenges faced by leading universities, focusing on Harvard University, including concerns over prioritizing social justice concepts over excellence and truth. It discusses the impact on university applications, alumni relations, and legal investigations, emphasizing the need for universities to re-establish a social contract with society. The conversation reflects on historical conceptions of universities and the importance of self-correction and inclusivity in academic settings.

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