The Drill Down with Peter Schweizer Harvard Fights to Discriminate
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Apr 22, 2025 The podcast dives into the Trump administration's push against elite universities, focusing on merit-based admissions and the fight against campus antisemitism. It highlights Harvard's complex relationship with federal funding, discussing its ethical dilemmas and accountability. The scrutiny of Harvard's integrity reveals allegations of fraud and mismanagement, raising concerns about its academic standards. Additionally, the conversation critiques the university's hefty investments and the disconnect between its elite status and public perception.
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Trump Demands University Reforms
- The Trump administration demands merit-based admissions, viewpoint diversity, anti-Semitism reforms, and the elimination of DEI programs in exchange for federal funds.
- Harvard resisted, risking the loss of $2.2 billion in federal grants.
Harvard's Remedial Math Problem
- Harvard introduced remedial math classes despite admitting only 1,647 of 54,000 applicants.
- This signals declining academic standards possibly linked to non-merit admissions.
Harvard's Racial Admission Disparities
- Harvard's admitted student racial breakdown suggests low acceptance rates for Caucasians, about 16%.
- This contradicts the demographic majority of 58% white Americans.