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There was a strong belief expressed that the current problems in academia are not fixable from within due to deeply ingrained interests that resist change. Advocates for reform argue that the time has come to let these institutions fail in order to rebuild them from the ground up. Drawing parallels to business, the commentary suggested that in any sector, poor performance leads to bankruptcy and subsequent replacement by more effective entities. This process of evolution is essential for progress, yet academia remains stubbornly mired in outdated structures.