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Why Americans are Losing Faith in College

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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The Erosion of Trust: Republican Views on Higher Education

This chapter examines the decrease in Republican confidence in higher education since 2009, highlighting the impact of political rhetoric and voting behavior shifts. It attributes this decline to perceptions of elitism in colleges and the increasing liberal influence among students and faculty.

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