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February 12, 2026

The Climate Science Controversy

David Randall

The Federal Judicial Center’s unwillingness to defend the Climate Science chapter is strong evidence, albeit not dispositive, that the accusation of unprofessional bias was true.

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February 10, 2026

Sanctuary Over Scholarship

Kali Jerrard

Academia grapples with anti-deportation protests and calls for sanctuary campuses, will leadership acquiesce?

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February 9, 2026

An Ivy League President Breaks Ranks

Peter Wood

The American public is more skeptical than ever before in our nation’s history that college is “worth it” and that judgment will only grow more intense in the years ahead—unles......

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February 3, 2026

The Activist Veto: How Identity Politics Restricts Scientific Inquiry

Kali Jerrard

Scientific inquiry has suffered another blow amidst the ongoing science crisis and loss of public trust.

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February 2, 2026

Scholars Comment on Proposed Updates to ED's Accreditation Handbook

Teresa R. Manning

NAS recommends that the Accreditation Handbook clarify the need for depoliticization in accrediting agencies, institutions seeking accreditation, and any oversight entity.

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