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Pamela Evette's disinvitation is a damning indictment of academic cowardice.

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SC State University pulled the plug on Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette’s commencement speech after a storm of criticism from students and faculty who saw her as an embodiment of systemic racism and oppression. The move, while ostensibly about protecting the university's neutrality, smacks of spinelessness in the face of political pressure. Think of it as surrendering to mob rule rather than standing up for free speech and academic integrity.

The Université d'Ottawa has imposed a strict confinement policy, sparking outrage among students who argue it infringes on their rights and freedoms. This policy has led to a code blanc protest, where students are refusing to comply, demanding more transparency and respect from the administration.

Four Corners investigates the controversial changes at UTS, which have sparked intense debate among students and faculty over alleged attempts to suppress free speech and academic independence. The article details how these changes are affecting the campus community and the broader implications for academic freedom.