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Class Struggle for the University w/ Ian Gavigan

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Crisis in Higher Education: A Call for Transformation

This chapter examines the alarming trend of universities cutting humanities programs under austerity and neoliberal policies, questioning the motivations behind these decisions. It contrasts the political dynamics of higher education funding in blue states, illustrating the successful advocacy efforts in Massachusetts against the backdrop of Connecticut's funding cuts. The conversation urges a collective movement toward a democratized university system that prioritizes equity, governance, and social justice.

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