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Anti-Semitism & Plagiarism: Harvard’s Dual Crisis | Saturday Extra
Dec 16, 2023
Dr. Carol Swain, a Senior Fellow at the Institute for Faith and Culture and author of "The Adversity of Diversity," dives into the controversies surrounding Harvard President Claudine Gay. She sheds light on allegations of plagiarism and the institutional double standards concerning anti-Semitism. Swain discusses the decline of viewpoint diversity in academia and its impact on critical thinking, while also calling for accountability in addressing discrimination. Her insights reveal the urgent need for change in higher education.
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- Harvard's decision to support President Claudine Gay despite allegations of plagiarism raises concerns about a double standard for anti-Semitism and academic integrity on campus.
- The controversy surrounding President Gay's plagiarism highlights the significant implications of plagiarism in academia and the need for proper citation to prevent harm to scholars' careers.
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Harvard supports President Claudine Gay despite controversies
The Harvard Board unanimously decided to support President Claudine Gay, despite her widely criticized congressional testimony and allegations of plagiarism. This decision has raised concerns about a double standard for anti-Semitism on campus and academic plagiarism. Critics argue that Harvard's attempt to redefine plagiarism in order to retain its first-ever black president, who was promoted based on diversity, equity, and inclusion standards, is a low point for American higher education. The controversy stems from Gay's improper use of other academic scholarship, including passages from Dr. Carol Swain's seminal book on minority representation in Congress.
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