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Harvard and Columbia Defy Trump, Champion Academic Freedom

4/22/2025

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As President Trump's grip on American institutions approaches 100 days, alarm bells ring over their integrity. While many organizations bow to his threats, Harvard and Columbia stand firm, defying his demands. This bold stance may herald a new wave of resistance among universities, championing academic freedom and democratic values against government overreach.

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As President Trump's grip on American institutions approaches 100 days, alarm bells ring over their integrity. While many organizations bow to his threats, Harvard and Columbia stand firm, defying his demands. This bold stance may herald a new wave of resistance among universities, championing academic freedom and democratic values against government overreach.