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Niall Ferguson on Free Speech and Kissinger's Role in the Middle East

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The Blurring Line Between Politics and Science in the Academy

A Stanford lecturer forced Jewish students to stand in class, claiming it was necessary for their identity. This misuse of power should have resulted in immediate termination. Activist professors blurring the line between politics and academics is a violation of fundamental norms. Max Weber emphasized the importance of separating politics and academia. It is time to stop this abuse of power in the classroom.

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