Talking academic politics with Steve Teles: Why universities have few conservative professors, why they need more, and what to do about it

Steve Teles, a political scientist at Johns Hopkins University and the Niskanen Center, delves into the shortage of conservative professors in academia. He discusses how this lack of diversity impacts academic discourse and the need for a broader spectrum of political thought. Teles examines the historical evolution of universities and the implications of liberal institutionalism, as well as the role of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statements in shaping candidate demographics. He offers strategies for fostering a more inclusive academic environment that embraces ideological diversity.