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Former Columbia president Lee Bollinger warns of rising political pressure on U.S. universities, urging defense of free speech and academic independence.
Former Columbia University president Lee C. Bollinger discusses his new book, "University: A Reckoning," in an NPR interview, examining growing political pressure, debates over free speech, curriculum, and diversity in U.S. higher education.
Drawing on his tenure, Bollinger highlights increasing scrutiny from lawmakers, donors, and the public, emphasizing the need to defend academic freedom, intellectual inquiry, and institutional independence amid rising polarization.
He argues universities must uphold their core values while adapting to societal changes, stressing their essential role in democracy.
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El ex presidente de Columbia Lee Bollinger advierte de la creciente presión política sobre las universidades de Estados Unidos, instando a la defensa de la libertad de expresión y la independencia académica.