Harvard Prof reveals rot and discrimination in the Ivy
Excellent article - undoubtedly the indoctrinated on the Leff will not read it and dismiss it because of the site of it’s publication. But for those without little minds, I recommend reading thus because as the article progresses, this Harvard professor of 40 yrs recounts the steps that led to the demise of the academic quality, fairness, and honesty at his school and others.
Link: https://www.foxnews.com/us/40-year-harvard-professor-pens-scathing-piece-schools-exclusion-white-males-anti-western-trends
Replies to: Harvard Prof reveals rot and discrimination in the Ivy
Note that Ari Fleischer is one sided in his desire to see Federal Funding taken away from Harvard...
he fails to mention that Conservative institutions, like 'Liberty University' also get such funding...This is all part of an attempt to 'stack the deck' in favor of Conservatives.
You'd think that Hankins' 40 years of experience would have educated him on the rampant misogyny in
higher education, which is still on-going...and not just in the field of History. As recently as 2020, Stanford's Medical School women faculty members have publicly accused their male cohorts of discrimination and sexual harassment. After reading the entire report, it appears that James Hankins is very much an Old Boys Club member and a MAGA at that...no surprise that FOX would highlight one man's extremist perspective.
It's no secret that higher education has its own version of "Political Infighting"...always has, and I suspect, always will...that's not news. But, if it will help increase "clicks" among Conservatives and MAGAs, well then, it was worth FOX paying $787M to continue sponsoring such appealing material to its audience.
btw, I'm glad Baron brought up the "Small Mindedness" of those on this board who refuse to read material from sources other than those they agree with. I experience that all the time from several posters here. On this point, we agree...and I would extend that indictment to those who ignore others simply because they can't compete...e.g. Baron himself.
Hankins is not an "extremist"...well, at least not to normal people
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His comments certainly lack any balance, or recognition of the discrimination faced by women in
academia over the years...nor any empathy for Black Americans in the brutal example of racism by police in the George Floyd murder...both examples point toward an extremist mentality.
"His comments lack balance", says Ty, with no sense of irony.
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This account is just a nonsense bot
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And your post is just a mindless, substance lacking drive-by piece of graffiti...so there ;-)
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We’re seeing this right now with the UC system, the latest is an explosion of
Admitees needing remedial classes
These frauds had A averages through grade inflation
Players if the Glass Bead Game cannot swim in the glacial waters of REALITY
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Given Hesse's aversion to Fascism, it's unlikely that he'd stand with a MAGA like Hankins...
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Our fascist will be gone in 3 years. Harvard’s professors have tenure.
Policially the country self corrects on a regular basis. Academics just go further and further left.
Given the amorphous nature of this topic, here are some thoughts on the matter...
from an 'amorphous source ;-)...btw, DJT has kicked over enough MAGA rocks that his "Presence" will persist for quite awhile.
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It is a subject of ongoing debate whether higher education is "naturally" progressive, but there are strong arguments and evidence suggesting a significant correlation. The relationship stems from both the inherent nature of academia and the self-selection of individuals into educational paths.
Arguments for Higher Education Being Inherently Progressive
Several factors suggest an intrinsic link between higher education and progressive viewpoints:
Critical Thinking and Questioning: The core mission of universities, since medieval times, has been to foster inquiry, challenge assumptions, and question authority and tradition. This process of critical analysis aligns closely with a progressive mindset that seeks change and innovation rather than adhering strictly to established norms.
Exposure to Diversity: Universities are environments that bring together people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Exposure to this diversity often fosters greater social tolerance and a more inclusive worldview, which are key components of progressive ideology.
Focus on Research and Science: Academic culture is heavily driven by secular, scientific inquiry. This emphasis on data, evidence, and evolving knowledge can conflict with more traditional, faith-based, or non-scientific viewpoints, pushing the culture toward more liberal outcomes.
The Nature of Young People: Most individuals attend university during their formative young adult years, a life stage naturally associated with questioning authority and exploring new ideas.
The Goals of Progressive Education: The specific philosophy of progressive education, associated with thinkers like John Dewey, explicitly aims to prepare students for active participation in a democratic society through experiential, real-world learning and developing an understanding of their capacity to effect positive social change.
Counterarguments and Nuances
The idea that higher education is naturally progressive is not universally accepted:
Self-Selection: A significant body of research suggests the correlation is largely spurious. People who are already liberal or progressive may be more likely to pursue higher education, particularly graduate studies, in the first place (self-selection), rather than the education itself fundamentally changing their views.
Subject Variation: The extent of progressive leanings varies greatly by discipline. Humanities and social sciences faculty and students tend to be more liberal, while those in fields like business, engineering, or some sciences may be less so or politically balanced.
Institutional Inertia: Some argue that universities, as large, established institutions, are actually quite resistant to significant change due to complex internal structures, displaying an "institutional conservatism" despite many individuals within them identifying as progressive.
Causal Effects: Studies on the causal effect of attending university have found obtaining a degree only has a small direct impact on an individual's attitudes, and the effect is not always liberalizing.
Ultimately, while the faculty and student body in higher education currently lean distinctly progressive in aggregate political identification, this is a complex dynamic driven by a mix of educational philosophy, demographics, cultural factors, and pre-existing inclinations, rather than a simple, inevitable "natural" outcome.
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