The Politics of Campus Free Speech Draw Scrutiny.

The article discusses the issue of campus free speech and the inconsistencies in its application at universities, focusing on the University of Pennsylvania. The University's President, Liz Magill, initially defended the protection of hateful speech under the school's commitment to freedom of speech but later apologized for her remarks. The article highlights instances where universities have selectively applied free speech principles, often condemning unpopular ideas or scholarship. It also mentions the self-censorship of students and the advocacy for campus free speech and viewpoint diversity by various groups. The article concludes by discussing the different standards applied to different groups and crises, particularly in relation to Jewish students. [Extracted from the article]