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lot of resentment builds up inside because it is not permissible at Brown to object—even vocally.”

Elevating sensitivity to the ultimate moral principle is only one way colleges discourage the free exchange of ideas. Another way is by failing to protect unpopular speakers [see box]. In many places, this has become routine.

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Charles Kesler

Charles Kesler is a senior fellow of the Claremont Institute, editor of the Claremont Review of Books, host of Claremont’s "The American Mind" video series, and the Dengler-Dykema distinguished professor of government at Claremont McKenna College.

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lot of resentment builds up inside because it is not permissible at Brown to object—even vocally.”

Elevating sensitivity to the ultimate moral principle is only one way colleges discourage the free exchange of ideas. Another way is by failing to protect unpopular speakers [see box]. In many places, this has become routine.

CK

About the Author

Charles Kesler

Charles Kesler is a senior fellow of the Claremont Institute, editor of the Claremont Review of Books, host of Claremont’s "The American Mind" video series, and the Dengler-Dykema distinguished professor of government at Claremont McKenna College.