Americano Is the enlightenment over?
Oct 4, 2024
Amy Wax, a law professor at the University of Pennsylvania, shares her controversial views on race, culture, and education, following her recent suspension. She discusses the feminization of institutions and argues for a return to traditional educational practices from the 1950s. Wax delves into the decline of analytical thinking and the challenges of free speech in academia, emphasizing the importance of defending Enlightenment values amidst rising political ideologies. Her reflections on radicalization and the misinterpretation of political discourse add further depth to the conversation.
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False Accusation
- A former student falsely testified that Amy Wax ranted about race daily in a 2007 civil procedure class.
- This was impossible, as her book on race wasn't written until 2009, and no other student corroborated it.
Distorted Legal Point
- Another student misrepresented a nuanced legal point about national stereotypes in jury deliberations.
- She falsely claimed Wax said Mexican men are more likely to rape women than white people.
Thickets of Sensitivity
- It's now difficult to discuss race and law due to excessive sensitivities.
- These sensitivities create obstacles for productive conversations.