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The article discusses the scrutiny of campus free speech, highlighting inconsistencies in the application of First Amendment rights by universities like the University of Pennsylvania. Legal scholars criticize selective application of free-speech principles, particularly involving professors whose scholarship or commentary was viewed as critical of protected minorities. Private colleges generally aren't bound by First Amendment protections, but most private schools have crafted codes of conduct that track constitutional guarantees for free speech. However, concerns exist about the even-handed application of such codes, with pushback from the Jewish community presenting their approach as evidence of unequal treatment.
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How can universities ensure consistent application of free-speech principles to prevent selective censorship?
In what ways might the scrutiny of campus free speech impact public perceptions of academic institutions and their commitment to free expression?
What measures can be taken to address concerns about unequal treatment and fair application of codes of conduct?
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