Cancel Wars
How Universities Can Foster Free Speech, Promote Inclusion, and Renew Democracy
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The book offers a balanced examination of the contentious landscape of campus politics, emphasizing the importance of fostering dialogue amid differing viewpoints. Philosopher Sigal R. Ben-Porath critiques the infantilization of students voicing concerns over hate speech and explores the university's role in promoting free speech aligned with democratic values. Addressing issues like "cancel culture" and "safe spaces," she highlights the need for institutions to engage with marginalized voices while encouraging constructive conversations. This work advocates for universities as pivotal in restoring civic trust and combating the erosion of democracy.
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Cancel Wars, Sigal R. Ben-Porath
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- Pubblicato
- 2023
- Rilegatura
- (Copertina rigida)
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- Titolo
- Cancel Wars
- Sottotitolo
- How Universities Can Foster Free Speech, Promote Inclusion, and Renew Democracy
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Sigal R. Ben-Porath
- Pubblicato
- 2023
- Formato
- Copertina rigida
- Pagine
- 208
- ISBN13
- 9780226823782
- Serie
- Tag
- Politica
- Valutazione
- 3,95 su 5
- Descrizione
- The book offers a balanced examination of the contentious landscape of campus politics, emphasizing the importance of fostering dialogue amid differing viewpoints. Philosopher Sigal R. Ben-Porath critiques the infantilization of students voicing concerns over hate speech and explores the university's role in promoting free speech aligned with democratic values. Addressing issues like "cancel culture" and "safe spaces," she highlights the need for institutions to engage with marginalized voices while encouraging constructive conversations. This work advocates for universities as pivotal in restoring civic trust and combating the erosion of democracy.