

248. The Adventures of Pinnochio and Free Speech Part 2/4
Apr 28, 2022
In this engaging discussion, Paul Rossi, a former New York private school teacher who challenged controversial seminars on 'white dominant culture,' shares his insights on the implications of free speech. Andrew Doyle, an author and commentator, delves into newly passed hate crime laws in the UK and their potential dangers. The conversation also touches on the symbolic journey of Pinocchio to illustrate personal struggles and societal challenges, while emphasizing the need for absolute freedom of speech in a thriving civilization.
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Absurd Question
- Paul Rossi felt uncomfortable being asked what he liked about being white in a diversity training.
- He responded with an absurdity, feeling the question's premise was flawed.
Social Costs of Dissent
- Students face social costs for challenging anti-racist orthodoxy, including negative teacher recommendations.
- Some students have received lower grades for papers that deviated from accepted viewpoints.
Racial Categorization
- Rossi's colleague identified a new hire as being "like them" meaning white.
- Rossi also overheard a comment suggesting his experience was meant to show him how it feels to be racially categorized.