Morning Wire Campus Free Speech Movement | Saturday Extra | 5.20.23
May 20, 2023
College campuses are increasingly battling over free speech, with rising tensions between censorship and the right to express diverse opinions. Educational experts discuss how critical theory can stifle debate and create an environment hostile to dissent. A national survey reveals many faculty members are afraid to voice their views due to backlash. The role of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion departments is critiqued, as their influence may compromise the commitment to free speech amid claims of ideological conformity.
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Words as Violence
- Students believe words are violent and disagreeable ideas shouldn't have a platform.
- This aligns with critical theory's power struggle narrative.
Critical Theory and Free Speech
- Critical theory posits a power struggle over ideas, challenging the notion of tolerance.
- This Marxist-rooted ideology views disagreement as a threat to the established orthodoxy.
Bias Response Teams and Free Speech Zones
- Bias response teams investigate anonymous reports of offensive speech, leading to consequences for individuals.
- Free speech zones restrict open expression to limited areas, creating a chilling effect.