11. Between Free Speech and Cancel Culture. A Conversation with Jonathan Zimmerman
In this conversation, Dr. Gregor Thuswaldner and Dr. Jonathan Zimmerman, the Judy and Howard Berkowitz Professor in Education at the University of Pennsylvania, discuss the complexities of free speech, cancel culture, and the role of education in fostering open dialogue within universities. Prof. Zimmerman emphasizes the need for academic leaders to navigate the challenges of political pressures while maintaining a commitment to liberal values and quality teaching. He critiques the current state of higher education, highlighting the importance of adapting to modern student needs and the…
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