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What do Larry Summers, Ward Churchill, and David French have in common?
They were all featured in an article published on Aljazeera today that discusses academic freedom in the United States. The article mentions recent controversies at Harvard University, Columbia University, and the University of Colorado, and includes statements from David that highlight the issue of free speech on our nation’s campuses.
Looks like FIRE’s work is grabbing the world’s attention.
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This isn't just about Harvard
The Trump administration is targeting Harvard again. But you don’t have to like Harvard to see the danger. Censorship is still censorship.

FAQ: Responding to common questions about the fight between Harvard and the Trump administration
Harvard vs. Trump isn’t just a headline, but a battle to decide whether the government can use funding to force ideological conformity. In this explainer, FIRE makes clear why not.

Trump bars Harvard from enrolling international students in alarming crackdown on speech
The federal government is turning up the heat on Harvard, demanding punishment for protected expression — and FIRE won’t stand for it.

Seven free speech groups issue a call to oppose Trump’s First Amendment violations… Why aren’t there more? — First Amendment News 471
First Amendment News is a weekly blog and newsletter about free expression issues by Ronald K. L. Collins and is editorially independent from FIRE.