The Stephen A. Smith Show Stephen A's Take: Candace Owens Turns on Trump Over Free Speech Crackdown.
Apr 26, 2025
The discussion dives into the political fallout from a far-right leader's critique of a former president on free speech. It tackles the legal battle involving Harvard University and the Trump administration, revealing tensions between free speech and government influence. The conversation also addresses the ideological rift in higher education, particularly regarding protests and political expression. Additionally, emotional biases and their impact on free speech are examined, shedding light on the complex dynamics affecting academic freedom and public discourse.
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Trump vs Harvard Funding Control
- Trump has threatened to cut Harvard's funding to enforce changes due to alleged anti-Semitism and DEI issues.
- This raises concerns about government control over academic freedom and free speech in higher education.
Owens Opposes Trump on Free Speech
- Candace Owens criticizes Trump for suppressing free speech despite his usual stance as a free speech advocate.
- She urges support for Harvard in its legal battle against Trump's administration for free speech rights.
Funding vs Influence in Universities
- Harvard received $686 million in federal funding despite a $53.2 billion endowment.
- Trump's actions are seen as attempts to dictate what universities teach, showing an ideological bias favoring conservatives.