The News Roundup For March 28, 2025
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Chilling Effects on Legal and Academic Freedom
This chapter explores the ramifications of a Justice Department memo that threatens legal professionals' capacity to challenge governmental actions. It highlights significant concerns over the stifling of dissent, particularly in academic settings, where university autonomy and First Amendment rights are increasingly at risk. The discussion also addresses the broader implications of political pressures on public media funding and the challenges faced by institutions amidst rising tensions around free speech.
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