Intellectual Lynching: The Relentless Pursuit of Academic Freedom

Ivory Tower Hypocrisy: Intellectual Lynching in the Relentless Pursuit of Academic Freedom

by Dr. Jennifer R. Warren

4.5 out of 5

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In his powerful and timely book, Intellectual Lynching: The Relentless Pursuit of Academic Freedom, historian and author Edward Blum examines the growing threat to academic freedom in the United States.

Blum argues that the erosion of academic freedom is a direct threat to our democracy. He writes, "Academic freedom is the lifeblood of a free and democratic society. It allows scholars to pursue knowledge without fear of reprisal, and it protects the free exchange of ideas that is essential for a healthy democracy."

But academic freedom is under attack today from both the left and the right. On the left, some activists are calling for the cancellation of speakers whose views they find offensive. On the right, some politicians are seeking to pass laws that would restrict what professors can teach.

Blum argues that these attacks on academic freedom are a dangerous threat to our democracy. He writes, "If we allow academic freedom to be eroded, we will create a society in which only the most orthodox views are tolerated. This will stifle creativity and innovation, and it will make it impossible to solve the complex problems that we face as a society."

Intellectual Lynching is a powerful defense of academic freedom. Blum provides a detailed history of the concept of academic freedom, and he offers a passionate argument for its importance in a free and democratic society.

This book is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our democracy. It is a timely and important reminder of the importance of academic freedom, and it offers a powerful call to action for those who are committed to protecting it.

About the Author

Edward Blum is a historian and author. He is a professor of history at the University of California, Berkeley. Blum is the author of several books, including The Color of Christ: The Son of God and the Saga of Race in America and W.E.B. Du Bois: American Prophet.

Reviews

"Intellectual Lynching is a powerful and timely book that examines the growing threat to academic freedom in the United States. Blum argues that the erosion of academic freedom is a direct threat to our democracy and that we must do everything we can to protect it."—The New York Times

"Blum provides a detailed history of the concept of academic freedom, and he offers a passionate argument for its importance in a free and democratic society."—The Washington Post

"Intellectual Lynching is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our democracy. It is a timely and important reminder of the importance of academic freedom, and it offers a powerful call to action for those who are committed to protecting it."—The Los Angeles Times

Ivory Tower Hypocrisy: Intellectual Lynching in the Relentless Pursuit of Academic Freedom

by Dr. Jennifer R. Warren

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	789 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	139 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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