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February 17, 2017

Modern versus Western Thought: Self and Social Character

William H. Young

William Young examines the focus on subjective individualism which dominates modern psychology.

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February 16, 2017

The Freedom to Learn Amendments (Preliminary Draft)

National Association of Scholars

The National Association of Scholars proposes revisions to the Higher Education Act. What recommendations would you give to Congress?

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February 15, 2017

David Randall Concludes his Conversation in Education Week with Harry Boyte

National Association of Scholars

David Randall concludes his conversation with Harry Boyte and Deborah Meier at Education Week.

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February 9, 2017

Can Federal Funding Leverage Free Speech?

Peter Wood

NAS President Peter Wood writes about the possibility of removing federal funding from universities that do not protect intellectual freedom.  

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February 9, 2017

New Legislative Protections for Campus Free Expression

National Association of Scholars

In both North Carolina and Virginia, lawmakers are working to pass bills that affirm freedom of expression on college campuses. 

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