Chilling Speech: Visa Politics and Academic Freedom

This chapter delves into the implications of government actions affecting student visa approvals, particularly how administrative delays may intentionally hinder international student enrollment at universities like Harvard. It examines the legal complexities and ramifications of campus speech controversies, highlighting the chilling effect these can have on academic freedom and institutional reputation. The discussion also touches on Harvard's legal strategies amidst potential government obfuscation tactics, raising concerns about the broader impact on universities' handling of controversial speech.