A Solid Core Enlivens Free Speech and Viewpoint Diversity
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by Peter Berkowitz, RCPFebruary 22, 2026
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For decades, colleges and universities in the U.S., particularly the most selective ones, have faced criticism for their declining commitment to free speech and viewpoint diversity. Administrators and professors have implemented policies like trigger warnings, microaggression training, and safe spaces, which have unintentionally created an environment where conservative voices are marginalized or silenced.
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Originally published on RealClearPolitics on 2/22/2026