cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/26861143

The Trump administration brushed aside decades of precedent when it ordered Columbia University to oust the leadership of an academic department, a demand seen as a direct attack on academic freedom and a warning of what’s to come for other colleges facing federal scrutiny.

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    10 hours ago

    Before long, demonstrations will probably be outlawed, and anyone trying to voice their concerns will be treated like a terrorist. Once that happens, there’s no going back.