Part 11/20:
Turning to academia, the critique highlights how universities are increasingly insulated from open debate. The current climate favors ideological conformity; discussions that challenge prevailing perspectives—especially on sensitive topics like gender, race, or sexuality—are often silenced or maligned. The concern is that this stifling environment hampers scientific progress, especially since exploration of controversial but essential topics—e.g., sexuality, cognition, or public policy—requires open, honest discourse.