The University of Michigan board has approved a new statement on free speech, the first since 1988. The principles aim to declare the end of cancel culture at the university. This move has received mixed reactions, with some cautiously optimistic and others seeing it as a degree of progress. Additionally, the University of Michigan has also adopted principles on diversity of thought and freedom of expression, aligning with the First Amendment. Meanwhile, the ACLU of Florida has filed a lawsuit against the Daytona Beach City Commission's redistricting map, alleging that the map prioritizes politicians' personal interests over the public good. The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) has also urged Cornell University to refrain from punishing students for offensive expression, emphasizing the importance of free speech in democracy.
University of Michigan Board of Regents Approves New Statement on Free Speech and Diversity of Thought https://t.co/7VfXNJmsW9 via @mikelachance33
Our collective voices and financial influence are crucial in holding our institutions accountable. We call on fellow alumni to join us in supporting Palestinian, Arab, Muslim, and pro-Palestinian students and activists on campus and beyond. https://t.co/dkgH53bX0T
BREAKING: @Cornell claims free speech is the “bedrock of democracy” and “at the heart of our core values,” yet plans to hold a student “fully accountable” for her “heinous” social media post. FIRE urges Cornell to refrain from punishing students for merely offensive expression. https://t.co/X4sIz7X1d4
.@UMich has announced it has adopted Principles on Diversity of Thought and Freedom of Expression, embracing “ the letter and spirit of the First Amendment.” FIRE appreciated the chance to offer input on the statement, and we look forward to seeing these principles in practice! https://t.co/HXdEpe908q
.@UMich has announced it has adopted Principles on Diversity of Thought and Freedom of Expression, embracing “ the letter and spirit of the First Amendment.” FIRE appreciated the chance to offer input on the statement, and we look forward to seeing these principles in practice!… https://t.co/gdvDgCwMxd
We're taking Florida officials to court for violating the First Amendment rights of the University of Florida chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine. The freedom to speak out on matters of public concern is crucial for a functioning democracy. https://t.co/sFGJWwvNZe
Stuck between a rock and free speech, @UT_Dallas removed the school’s Spirit Rocks after students used them to express opinions on the Israel-Palestinian conflict. Whether you're pro-🇮🇱 or pro-🇵🇸, be pro-free speech. Tell UT-Dallas to restore the rocks! https://t.co/m3p2NBvtji
New U. Michigan statement on Free Speech seems like some degree of progress is being made. But let's not get our hopes up: https://t.co/kEd9RN8G8i
ICYMI, the University of Michigan has a new set of principles on free expression and diversity of thought: https://t.co/3Q18i8VA3z
Cautiously optimistic. | 'Cancel culture is dead': University of Michigan board approves new free speech statement https://t.co/6lzdk8IajU via @detroitnews
GREAT news from #Michigan today! 'Cancel culture is dead': University of Michigan (@umich) board approves new free speech statement: https://t.co/NUzWKa63bW by @kimberkoz at the @detroitnews Congrats to Sarah Hubbard (@Regenthubbard) and others on this bold Board of Regents!…
The University of Michigan board has approved a new statement on free speech, its first such statement since 1988 "These principles declare unequivocally that cancel culture is dead at the University of Michigan” https://t.co/VJLdnT57DD
BREAKING: Today, we filed a lawsuit on behalf of five city residents challenging the Daytona Beach City Commission’s newly redrawn redistricting map. The Daytona Beach Commission put politicians’ personal interests above the public good, so we sued. https://t.co/Om2FCT1iLB
Harvard Interim President Alan Garber today: “In the days to come, I will have more to share about how we intend to strengthen efforts to address and combat bias, safeguard free expression, and foster a climate of mutual understanding. Like Dr. King, we embrace diversity in…