'In Pursuit of Ideological Balance with Eric Kaufmann,' on The Contrarian with David Bernstein

24/03/2025 47 min
'In Pursuit of Ideological Balance with Eric Kaufmann,' on The Contrarian with David Bernstein

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The Contrarian with David Bernstein
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Join David Bernstein and Eric Kaufmann in an enlightening conversation about political bias in academia. Kaufmann shares data revealing a left-leaning bias in various fields, prompting discussions on its impact on academic freedom. Bernstein raises concerns about self-censorship among conservative academics, highlighting the challenges they encounter.

Later, the duo explores the influence of social pressure on free speech in countries such as the UK, US, Canada, and Australia. They delve into the difficulties faced by academics expressing dissenting opinions, particularly regarding gender and sexuality.

The conversation also addresses the current state of free speech in British universities, with both speakers noting positive developments alongside concerns about political discrimination and self-censorship. Additionally, they discuss the rise of extreme ideologies in higher education and advocate for reforms to safeguard free speech and academic freedom. Tune in for valuable insights into these critical issues.

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