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New book explores how colleges are encouraging free speech

In 'Terms of Respect,' Princeton president argues colleges are encouraging free speech

09/30/2025

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New book explores how colleges are encouraging free speech

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In 'Terms of Respect,' Princeton president argues colleges are encouraging free speech

In his second term, President Trump has waged an all-out war on higher education. But a new book by Princeton University President Christopher Eisgruber argues that despite criticism, colleges and universities are meeting the moment when it comes to permitting free speech on campus. Geoff Bennett sat down with Eisgruber to discuss “Terms of Respect: How Colleges Get Free Speech Right.”

09/30/2025

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