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Fewer students accept violence as a way to protest speech, study finds

Fewer students accept violence as a way to protest speech, study finds

Utah Valley University, where Kirk was shot, came in at 210 out of 261 in FIRE's annual ranking of the state of free speech on college campuses.
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Why Do Colleges Prioritize Academic Programs

Why Do Colleges Prioritize Academic Programs

Academic program prioritization is a critical process undertaken by educational institutions to strategically allocate funding and resources. It in...
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Susan Sarandon Faces Continued Hollywood Fallout Over Palestine Support, Stars in 'The Echo Chamber'

Susan Sarandon Faces Continued Hollywood Fallout Over Palestine Support, Stars in 'The Echo Chamber'

Susan Sarandon Faces Continued Hollywood Fallout Over Palestine Support, Stars in 'The Echo Chamber'
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University of Wyoming President Faces Federal Lawsuit Alleging Suppression of Climate Education at West Point

University of Wyoming President Faces Federal Lawsuit Alleging Suppression of Climate Education at West Point

A federal lawsuit has been filed against University of Wyoming (UW) President Shane Reeves, alleging that he suppressed a professor's free speech rights regarding climate change education during his previous role as Dean of the Academic Board at the United States Military Academy at West Point. The lawsuit, filed by Adam Kalkstein, a former climate scientist professor at West Point, claims he was demoted and subsequently terminated for resisting directives to avoid teaching about the human causes of climate change. Kalkstein alleges that these directives were in line with President Trump's opposition to mainstream climate science. The suit details an incident where Reeves allegedly responded angrily to Kalkstein's concerns about the curriculum and suggested he resign. West Point's Media Relations Office has stated they are aware of the lawsuit but will not comment further.
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US judge dismisses suit by British anti-disinformation activist against deporting him

US judge dismisses suit by British anti-disinformation activist against deporting him

By Kanishka Singh and Nate Raymond WASHINGTON, Sept 8 (Reuters) - A federal judge in New York dismissed a lawsuit by British anti-disinformation campaigner Imran Ahmed that challenged the Trump administration's ability to detain and deport him. U.S.
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U.S. House Approves Bill to Withhold Federal Funds from Academic Institutions Boycotting Israel

U.S. House Approves Bill to Withhold Federal Funds from Academic Institutions Boycotting Israel

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed HR 4795, a bill that would prevent federal funds from being allocated to academic institutions engaging in commercial boycotts against Israel. The 'Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act' passed with 237 votes to 169, with support from 203 Republicans, 33 Democrats, and one independent. If enacted, the bill would amend the Higher Education Act of 1965, requiring universities to certify that they do not participate in non-expressive commercial boycotts of Israel to maintain access to certain federal funds. The legislation also mandates that institutions certify students are not unreasonably hindered from participating in academic programs in Israel. Co-sponsored by North Carolina Republican Virginia Foxx and New Jersey Democrat Josh Gottheimer, the bill aims to counter the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement on college campuses. A 2022 U.S. Court of Appeals ruling clarified that economic boycotts are considered non-expressive commercial conduct, ...
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CAIR-LA Names Cenk Uygur as Keynote Speaker Amidst Controversy Over Alleged Antisemitic Remarks

CAIR-LA Names Cenk Uygur as Keynote Speaker Amidst Controversy Over Alleged Antisemitic Remarks

The Council on American-Islamic Relations Los Angeles (CAIR-LA) has announced Cenk Uygur, host of The Young Turks, as a keynote speaker for an upcoming gala. This decision follows public claims made by Uygur that Israel controls the United States Congress. According to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition, such statements are classified as antisemitism. The announcement has drawn attention due to the controversial nature of Uygur's past remarks, which have also included questioning the official narrative of the 9/11 attacks. His involvement with CAIR has previously sparked debates regarding his perspectives on Israel and U.S. foreign policy. The House of Representatives recently passed a bill aimed at cutting funding for anti-Semitic boycotts, indicating a broader legislative focus on combating antisemitism in the U.S.
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Washington Professor Receives $600,000 Settlement in First Amendment Lawsuit Over Land Acknowledgment Mockery

Washington Professor Receives $600,000 Settlement in First Amendment Lawsuit Over Land Acknowledgment Mockery

Stuart Reges, a computer science professor at the University of Washington (UW), has been awarded a $600,000 settlement following a First Amendment lawsuit against the university. The lawsuit stemmed from an investigation and reprimand Reges faced in 2022 for mocking a 'land acknowledgment' statement in his course syllabus. Reges, a critic of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies, parodied a university-recommended statement by including his own version, which stated that 'by the labor theory of property the Coast Salish people can claim historical ownership of almost none of the land currently occupied by the University of Washington.' The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in December that UW administrators violated Reges' First Amendment rights by retaliating against him for protected speech and engaging in viewpoint discrimination. Despite the settlement, UW has not issued an apology or admitted wrongdoing, maintaining that its actions were appropriate. However, the university did revise its '...
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Congressman Auchincloss Votes to Block Federal Aid to Universities Boycotting Israel

Congressman Auchincloss Votes to Block Federal Aid to Universities Boycotting Israel

Congressman Jake Auchincloss recently cast a vote in favor of the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act, legislation designed to prevent federal aid from going to universities that engage in discriminatory boycotts of Israel. The bill, which passed the House with a vote of 237–169, also aims to safeguard Israeli students, faculty, and academic programs from discrimination within U.S. higher education institutions. Congressman Auchincloss was one of only 33 Democrats to support the measure. The Act mandates that colleges and universities must certify they are not participating in discriminatory commercial boycotts of Israel to remain eligible for federal student aid programs. Additionally, it requires institutions receiving federal education funding to ensure equal treatment for academic programs and exchange opportunities involving Israel, and to provide equal access to Israeli students and faculty.
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Israeli clearance of Gaza rubble could destroy 'evidence', says UN expert

Israeli clearance of Gaza rubble could destroy 'evidence', says UN expert

GENEVA, Sept 7 (Reuters) - A U.N. expert said on Monday that Israeli clearance of rubble in Gaza could destroy valuable evidence of "atrocity crimes" and prevent the recovery of human remains.
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Congressional Black Caucus Condemns 'AIPAC Monkey' Remark by Rula Jebreal Against Hakeem Jeffries

Congressional Black Caucus Condemns 'AIPAC Monkey' Remark by Rula Jebreal Against Hakeem Jeffries

Palestinian-Italian journalist Rula Jebreal referred to House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries as an “AIPAC monkey” and an “errand boy” during an appearance on 'The Left Hook' podcast. Jebreal later apologized, stating her comments were not intended to be racist but rather to criticize Jeffries' support for Israel and his campaign's financial ties to AIPAC amidst the conflict in Palestine. She explained that her use of 'monkey' was in reference to the idiom of not seeing, hearing, or speaking evil. However, podcast host Wajahat Ali immediately pushed back, highlighting the racial connotations of the term. The Congressional Black Caucus issued a strong condemnation, asserting that there is no non-racist interpretation for calling a Black man a monkey or an errand boy. This condemnation was bipartisan and cross-ideological, with Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA), Rep. Joe Neguse (D-CO), and Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) all denouncing the remarks. The caucus emphasized that such language lowers political discourse sta...
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Factbox-The nine midterm races that will decide control of the US Senate

Factbox-The nine midterm races that will decide control of the US Senate

By Andy Sullivan WASHINGTON, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Democrats need to pick up four seats from Republicans to win control of the 100-seat Senate in the midterm elections on November 3. While voters will pick candidates in 35 states, independent analysts only see nine of those races as competitive.