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Woke croaks: “peak woke” has passed

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The Decline of Wokeness and Institutional Implications

This chapter explores the declining popularity of progressive movements linked to 'wokeness', attributing this trend to market conditions and public backlash against radical ideas. It also considers the implications of institutional diversity initiatives in academia and draws parallels with historical cycles of social progress and resistance in the U.S.

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