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The increasing scrutiny and condemnation faced by faculty who deviate from this ideology contribute to a culture of fear and compliance, further cementing the importance of ideological conformity over the exploration of diverse thoughts. This dynamic poses a significant risk, as it undermines the foundational premise of higher education to promote inquiry and debate.
Consequences Beyond Campus
The implications of these academic trends extend beyond campus confines, infiltrating media, government, and corporate sectors where Ivy League graduates often assume influential roles. The policies and ideas cultivated in these insular academic environments do not dissipate but instead permeate public policy, frequently with detrimental effects.