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Trimming the Ivy

The American Mind

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Navigating the Elite Landscape: Harvard and Political Power

This chapter explores Gavin Newsom's political ascent, shaped by genetic privilege and early advantages, while examining the Trump administration's actions against Ivy League institutions, particularly Harvard. The discussion includes comprehensive reform proposals for Harvard, focusing on merit-based initiatives, academic freedom, and the challenges of ideological bias in academia. The speakers ponder the future of elite institutions amid cultural shifts, considering the balance between elite influence, responsibility, and the necessity for civic-minded leadership in education.

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