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Harvard and the Battle Over Higher Ed

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The Political Struggle in Higher Education: A Historical Perspective

This chapter explores the evolving relationship between politics and higher education in America, through the lens of a Senate candidate's speech that critiques universities. It highlights the concept of 'red-pilling' and reflects on historical tensions, including a provocative quote from Richard Nixon, that shape current discussions on diversity and knowledge in academia.

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