Hundreds of students and faculty in Ohio are working to defeat a controversial higher education bill, which would bring sweeping changes to Ohio colleges.
Faculty strikes and diversity, equity and inclusion programs would be completely banned.
Controversial topics, including climate policies, immigration, politics and abortion would be off limits for discussion in the classroom.
The bill would prohibits universities from taking official positions on political issues.
The legislation recently passed the Senate. Now, it’s in the House, where a Republican-led majority looks ready to approve it.
Proponents say it’s a way to eliminate liberal bias. Opponents say it will forever reshape higher education and not in a good way.
Guests:
- Pranav Jani, president, Ohio State chapter, American Association of University Professors
- Nica Delgado, vice president, Ohio Student Association, Kent State University chapter
- Greg Lawson, research fellow, The Buckeye Institute
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