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U.S. lawmakers demand University of Alabama reinstate two student publications suspended over DEI concerns.
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Representatives Terri Sewell and Shomari Figures are urging the University of Alabama to reinstate two student publications, Alice Magazine and Nineteen Fifty-Six, suspended in December amid federal pressure over diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
The university cited a July 2024 memo from Attorney General Pam Bondi linking DEI efforts to potential anti-discrimination violations, labeling the publications as unlawful proxies for discrimination.
Lawmakers and the Alabama Press Association Journalism Foundation argue the move threatens free speech, academic freedom, and student expression, particularly for underrepresented voices.
They warn the decision sets a dangerous precedent and are calling for a meeting with university leadership to reverse the suspension.
Los legisladores estadounidenses exigen que la Universidad de Alabama restablezca dos publicaciones estudiantiles suspendidas debido a las preocupaciones de DEI.