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Princeton's Anti-Racism Policies Spark Fierce Faculty Backlash

5/1/2025

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Princeton University is embroiled in a heated debate over President Christopher Eisgruber's "anti-racism" policies, with faculty members arguing they unfairly disadvantage white and male candidates. Critics demand accountability, asserting these measures contribute to systemic racism, while calling for a return to colorblind hiring practices amidst escalating anti-Semitism and ideological strife on campus.

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Princeton University is embroiled in a heated debate over President Christopher Eisgruber's "anti-racism" policies, with faculty members arguing they unfairly disadvantage white and male candidates. Critics demand accountability, asserting these measures contribute to systemic racism, while calling for a return to colorblind hiring practices amidst escalating anti-Semitism and ideological strife on campus.