John D. Sailer
Director of higher education policy and a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute. He covers issues of academic freedom, free speech, and ideological capture in higher education.
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May 10, 2025 • 1h 22min
John Sailer: a time of troubles in higher education
John Sailer, Director of Higher Education Policy at the Manhattan Institute, dives into the changing landscape of academia. He explores the rise of ideological capture and the backlash against woke politics, particularly under the Trump administration. Sailer reveals how universities have made discriminatory policies apparent and are now facing pressure to adjust or defend their DEI practices. The discussion highlights the growing distrust towards universities and the complexity of navigating political influence and academic freedom in current educational climates.
Aug 7, 2024 • 21min
Pushing Back on DEI
John D. Sailer, an expert on federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, discusses the NIH First initiative, a substantial investment aimed at promoting DEI in academic hiring. He tackles the recent removal of mandatory diversity statements at prestigious universities and its implications for free expression in academia. Sailer also explores legal challenges tied to DEI practices under the Civil Rights Act and highlights state-level resistance to DEI initiatives, advocating for a shift towards academic freedom and objective research.
