Dear Harvard: You Have $50 Billion in the Bank – Use It Now
In a statement released yesterday, the Administration announced that it would be undertaking …
“… a comprehensive review of federal contracts and grants at Harvard University and its affiliates … as part of the ongoing efforts of the Joint Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism. The Task Force will review the more than $255.6 million in contracts between Harvard University, its affiliates and the Federal Government. The review also includes the more than $8.7 billion in multi-year grant commitments to Harvard University and its affiliates to ensure the university is in compliance with federal regulations, including its civil rights responsibilities. Today’s actions by the Task Force follow a similar ongoing review of Columbia University. That review led to Columbia agreeing to comply with 9 preconditions for further negotiations regarding a return of canceled federal funds.”
[NB: While many people have been describing Columbia as having “settled” its dispute with the Administration, this announcement makes clear that the Administration views the agreement with Columbia as having settled only the “preconditions for further negotiations regarding a return of canceled federal funds.” I.e., “You’re not off the hook yet, and we have not yet decided to ‘return … canceled federal funds'”]
These actions also follow a series of p
Article from Reason.com
The Reason Magazine website is a go-to destination for libertarians seeking cogent analysis, investigative reporting, and thought-provoking commentary. Championing the principles of individual freedom, limited government, and free markets, the site offers a diverse range of articles, videos, and podcasts that challenge conventional wisdom and advocate for libertarian solutions. Whether you’re interested in politics, culture, or technology, Reason provides a unique lens that prioritizes liberty and rational discourse. It’s an essential resource for those who value critical thinking and nuanced debate in the pursuit of a freer society.
