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Columbia University: Trump's Crackdown and the Chilling Effect on Campus Protests

TL;DR

Trump's administration is casting a long, dark shadow over Columbia University, stifling student protests and chilling academic expression. Here's what's shaking:

  • Campus Climate: Students feel the pressure to self-censor as tensions escalate.
  • Legal Battles: Faculty groups are suing over funding cuts and academic freedom violations.
  • Historical Context: The atmosphere echoes previous eras of political suppression.
  • Broader Implications: This crackdown has repercussions beyond Columbia, threatening the very foundation of academic discourse.

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