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John Sailer: a time of troubles in higher education

Razib Khan's Unsupervised Learning

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Navigating Diversity in Academic Hiring

This chapter explores the intricate issues surrounding diversity hiring practices in academia, scrutinizing their implications on various demographic groups, particularly focusing on the experiences of white and Asian males. It highlights the tension between promoting representation and the potential discriminatory effects these policies can have, along with the legal challenges that may arise. The discussion also addresses the impact of ideological conformity in academic environments and the emergence of alternative intellectual communities.

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