This year, around 2,000 students were arrested on college campuses at the behest of their own institutions' leaders. Presidents and chancellors approved arrests of student protesters at various prestigious institutions, raising concerns about campus safety and freedom of expression.
Many of the institutions that lead knowledge production are led by college presidents who suppressed dissent under the guise of addressing safety concerns, sparking questions about their ability to tackle political challenges like climate change and foster diverse viewpoints.
Comparisons to the 1960s student unrest highlight a contrasting response by leaders at that time, engaging in dialogues to end demonstrations instead of resorting to arrests and violence, prompting a reflection on the current crackdowns on campus protests.
#student-arrests #institutional-leadership #suppression-of-dissent #campus-protest-crackdowns #freedom-of-expression
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