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Does A.P. Really Think Conservatives Invented Plagiarism Accusations?

The media response to Claudine Gay's ouster has been ludicrous.

Reason

Harvard seeks to move past firestorm brought on by school President Claudine Gay's resignation

Harvard University is trying to move past the firestorm brought on by the plagiarism allegations, congressional testimony and resignation of Claudine Gay, the school’s first Black president

The Independent UK

‘A bully’: the billionaire who led calls for Claudine Gay’s Harvard exit

US hedge fund manager Bill Ackman posts 4,000-word screed decrying ‘racism against white people’ after Gay’s departure

The Guardian - US

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‘Racist, vicious’: academics decry rightwing attacks on Claudine Gay

As the right celebrates the resignation of the Harvard president as ‘victory’, concerns rise over equality initiatives in universities

The Guardian - US

Bill Ackman blasts Harvard diversity policy in 4,000 word essay

The Pershing Square CEO, himself a Havard alumnus, posted a 4,000 missive on X in which he called for overhaul of university’s board

The Independent UK

Harvard prez resigns, citing attacks

“This is an attack on every Black woman in this country who’s put a crack in the glass ceiling," says Al Sharpton

Salon

Harvard Protests Escalate After President's Resignation Sparks Racial Controversy

Join us as Cornell William Brooks discusses the resignation of Harvard's first black and second woman president and the racial animus behind it. A thought-...

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Claudine Gay's resignation highlights the trouble with regulating academic writing

Harvard President Claudine Gay resigned Tuesday amid plagiarism allegations. Experts say improved technology could bring to light more alleged transgressions in past works by other academic leaders.

WEKU

Harvard's Affirmative Action Hire Gets the Boot

Plus: Trump sues over ballot access, the CCP tells people to have sex, and more...

Reason

With Harvard’s Gay gone, billionaire speculator Bill Ackman shifts crosshairs to MIT president—and DEI

The activist investor behind the Pershing Square hedge fund blames diversity, equity, and inclusion policies for the spread of anti-Semitism on college campuses.

Fortune

Up First briefing: Top Hamas leader killed in Lebanon; Harvard president resigns

A senior Hamas leader is killed in an explosion in Beirut. Harvard University President Claudine Gay resigns.

WEKU

Powerful donors managed to push out Harvard’s Claudine Gay. But at what cost?

Not until now have major donors so brazenly used their financial influence to hound presidents out of office

The Guardian - US

Why has Claudine Gay resigned as president of Harvard?

Gay’s resignation letter cited personal threats amid rising tensions about anti-Semitism and war on Gaza.

Al Jazeera

First Thing: Biden re-election campaign to put emphasis on fight for democracy

Biden-Harris camp announces campaign plan that aims to draw sharp contrast between US president and Donald Trump. Plus, how to get seriously fit from scratch – in 12 easy, enjoyable steps

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The Independent UK

Republican Elise Stefanik claims credit for Harvard president’s resignation

Republican representative was part of congressional committee questioning presidents of top universities on campus antisemitism

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Claudine Gay's Controversy Shakes Harvard's Reputation and Outlook

Delve into a candid conversation with Sage Steele as she reflects on institutional failures, diversity, and the disappointment of once revered institutions.

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Harvard President Resigns Amid Plagiarism Scandal and Funding Loss

Harvard's recent scandals, including plagiarism and controversy over handling anti-Semitism, highlight the drawbacks of prioritizing diversity over merit. ...

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Harvard President Claudine Gay resigns amid plagiarism scandal

Harvard President Claudine Gay's resignation amid plagiarism allegations and controversial testimony. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik celebrates, calling it l...

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International Business Times

Harvard President Resigns After Rows Over Plagiarism, Anti-Semitism

The president of Harvard University resigned Tuesday after coming under ferocious attack over plagiarism accusations and her response to anti-Semitism on campus amid the Israel-Hamas conflict.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Roll-out schedule of 3 new criminal codes will be notified by January 26; Top Hamas official Saleh Arouri killed in Beirut blast, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 3, 2024

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Harvard President Gay Resigns Amidst Plagiarism Scandal, Interim President Appointed

Controversy strikes Harvard as President Claudine Gay resigns amidst allegations of plagiarism. Academics and racism come into focus as the university navi...

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Trump's ballot eligibility questioned; Harvard President resigns amid controversy

Join former Deputy Assistant Attorney General John Yoo, now a UC Berkeley Law professor, as he shares his creative and insightful take on Trump, the justic...

Latin Times

Claudine Gay Resigns From Harvard Amid Plagiarism Claims, Backlash From Antisemitism Testimony

Gay is the second Ivy League president to resign in the past month after a heated congressional hearing over antisemitism on college campuses

Al Jazeera

Harvard president resigns amid controversy over anti-Semitisim hearing

Claudine Gay came under fire last month for her answers to a question on anti-Semitism on campus.

Reason

Harvard President Claudine Gay Resigns After Plagiarism Scandal

The next president should put more effort into fixing the college's abysmal free speech ranking.

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