The article discusses the trend among university leaders to adopt a stance of neutrality in light of the ongoing political tensions and campus protests, particularly following the war in Gaza. While some argue that expressing opinions may suppress free speech, this defensiveness may reflect deeper issues of privilege and avoidance. The author critiques such restraint, suggesting that it is essential for leaders to engage with political issues rather than remain silent, especially given the shifting cultural landscape and the implications of recent political developments.
Some university leaders, following the University of Chicago, have tied themselves to the notion that were they to weigh in on issues, this would chill speech on campus.
In the past months, since Trump's victory in the general election, leaders in the worlds of business and education have been rushing to show that they no longer have any political beliefs.
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