The article discusses the Trump administration's approach to targeting universities, emphasizing the dangers of labeling critics as enemies and pushing boundaries of legality. It critiques measures taken against Columbia University, framing them as part of a broader effort to undermine academic independence. The author draws parallels with authoritarian regimes around the world, illustrating the significance of universities in society and the potential mobilizing power of students. The swift punishment of Columbia raises concerns about the fairness and thoroughness of such investigations.
if it declares you an enemy, it will come after you; and when it comes after you, it will test the limits of legality.
It is crucial that university leaders see the measures taken against Columbia not as an isolated incident, but as a test for how far the education system can be subjugated.
Aspiring autocrats do not subscribe to the cliche of the ivory tower. They consider universities highly relevant.
The fact that Columbia was punished mere days after a supposedly comprehensive review started, shows that the method is unlikely to be fair and thorough.
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