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Harvard Leaders Decry Threats to Education Amid Turmoil

6/19/2025

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Harvard University grappled with serious threats during President Trump's tenure, including potential cuts to federal funding. At a recent commencement, President Alan Garber warned against the perils of ignorance, while keynote speaker Atul Gawande condemned the administration's attacks on education and research. This turmoil highlights the broader struggles facing higher education today.

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Harvard University grappled with serious threats during President Trump's tenure, including potential cuts to federal funding. At a recent commencement, President Alan Garber warned against the perils of ignorance, while keynote speaker Atul Gawande condemned the administration's attacks on education and research. This turmoil highlights the broader struggles facing higher education today.