Yale Professor's Move to Canada
Yale University professor Jason Stanley moved to Canada with his family due to concerns about the political climate in the U.S. resembling a fascist dictatorship. He expressed disappointment in the response of academia to free speech crackdowns and felt a sense of urgency to defend academic freedom.
Key Points
- Jason Stanley moved to Canada due to concerns about the U.S. political climate
- He criticized the response of academia to free speech crackdowns
- Stanley sees his move as defending academic freedom and not fleeing
Pros
- Taking a stand for academic freedom and against authoritarianism
- Joining a community of like-minded scholars in Canada
Cons
- Leaving behind established connections and opportunities in the U.S.