The Plagiarism Controversy at Harvard

Claudine Gay, Harvard's former president, faced allegations of plagiarism that arose following her congressional testimony on anti-Semitism. Dr. Carol Swain claims this incident reflects broader issues within elite academia, particularly highlighting how Harvard responded to the accusations. Rather than addressing the situation with accountability, the university attempted to redefine plagiarism, framing it as merely repetitive language without proper attribution. This attempt not only affected academic standards but also risked undermining trust across educational institutions, influencing even primary and secondary education policies.