1. Claudine Gay's 'My Truth' and the Truth.
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Galston, William A.
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CAMPAIGN funds - Abstract
The article discusses the resignation of Harvard President Claudine Gay and the subsequent reactions and controversies surrounding her departure. The author questions the selection process that led to Gay's appointment and suggests that her qualifications may have been overshadowed by her support for diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. The author also criticizes the concept of "my truth" and argues that the pursuit of objective truth should be prioritized in higher education. They emphasize the importance of diverse perspectives in academic discourse and the role of diversity in expanding knowledge. The article concludes by advocating for a unifying truth that can be shared by individuals and groups despite their differences. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024