The far right aims to reduce the number of people attending college in order to gain more support, as college-educated individuals usually lean towards moderate or democratic ideologies. However, higher education is crucial for personal and societal development. It is compared to a 'drug' that reduces negative outcomes and increases positive contributions to society. The suggestion is to reintroduce balanced teaching in universities, emphasizing critical thinking and the presentation of both sides of arguments. Additionally, it is proposed to separate politics from education and focus on excellence and economic security for students and their families, which would reduce costs and alleviate contentious issues.
Kara and Scott discuss Ron DeSantis' departure from the 2024 race and the Biden/Trump rematch that everyone is dreading. Then, with the good news about the economy and the stock market, what's the best move for investors? Plus, Nelson Peltz continues his Disney proxy fight, and a new report sheds light on the anti-DEI movement. Our Friend of Pivot is Aileen Lee, the founder and managing partner of the VC fund, Cowboy Ventures. She also happens to be the person who coined the term "unicorn" for billion dollar start-ups and shares her latest analysis on those companies.
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