Populist Governments Target Universities for Nationalist Agendas
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Summary
Populist, right-wing governments are targeting universities globally, with the Trump administration focusing on Harvard University. This trend reflects a strategy of affective nationalism, using emotions like fear and nostalgia to shape national identity.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledHarvard University is under siege by the Trump administration – and the world is watching.
Populist, right-wing governments are blaming universities for tearing at the fabric of nations.
These attacks are part of a broader strategy known as affective nationalism.
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