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June 5, 2023

Comment on the NCSS's New "Social Studies" Definition

National Association of Scholars

The National Association of Scholars and the Civics Alliance oppose the NCSS's newly revised definition of "social studies" and recommend reexamination.

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May 23, 2023

Academic Freedom Isn’t Free

Kali Jerrard

If higher education cannot hold itself to its founding principles, then we must.

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May 18, 2023

Letter: In Defense of Professor Scott Gerber

Peter Wood

The Ohio Northern University’s senior administrators have treated Professor Scott Gerber appallingly by removing him from campus without due cause—a clear abuse of Professor......

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May 18, 2023

Should Colleges and Universities Promote Abortion?

Peter Wood

After the Dobbs decision last year, debate over the abortion issue has become more prevalent and heated, especially in higher ed. Given this, what should higher ed policy look like now on this issue?

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May 17, 2023

Legislative Victory for Florida Higher Education

National Association of Scholars

The National Association of Scholars is delighted that Governor Ron DeSantis has signed SB 266 and HB 931 into law and taken another bold step to restore intellectual freedom to Florida's......

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