Archive · 24 Jul 2025

Global Populist Attacks on Universities: A Growing Trend

Global Populist Attacks on Universities: A Growing Trend

Imagine countries are like families, and some leaders are trying to change the rules.

They're using strong feelings like missing the old days and being angry to get people on their side.

They are targeting universities, like Harvard and others, saying they don't fit the family's values anymore.

In the US, the leaders say universities are letting in 'bad' people.

In India, they call students 'traitors' if they disagree.

Hungary banned certain studies.

These leaders want to make sure everyone feels the same way about their country's history and future.

It's like they want everyone to think and feel the same way.

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