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Protests have erupted on university campuses across the country. College students are speaking out against racism, bigotry, and offensive language, which, they claim, fosters an unwelcoming, sometimes hostile, learning environment. Opponents, however, charge that their demands have gone too far, creating an atmosphere of intolerance that limits intellectual discourse and silences unpopular points of view. Are the protesters on campus fighting injustice...
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What is college for? To many, it's a place for personal and intellectual growth, a setting that provides students the opportunity to explore new ideas and philosophies that challenge their beliefs. But is it really? Recent cancellations of politically controversial speakers, rescinded honorary degrees, and scrutiny of certain university groups have raised concerns that liberal intolerance pervades the nation's campuses. Are liberals shutting down...
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Freedom of expression is enshrined in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. But if "free speech," like hate speech and propaganda, is used to oppress others, what then? Are reasonable limits needed to preserve a democratic, civilized, and tolerant society, or would they lead us down a slippery slope?