Trump Derangement Syndrome Costs Careers and Respect
A wave of post election rage shows people posting viral videos and tweets that damage careers and reputations. The piece cites Dr. Mayank Sharma at Iowa Hospitals and Clinics facing calls for termination after a hateful social media comment. Libs of TikTok is described as amplifying extreme leftist content, with millions of followers on X and user submissions driving exposure.
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Symbolic diversity bans spark debate and costs
A study finds that book bans targeting diverse characters and LGBTQ themes are largely symbolic political gestures. They create local conflicts, cost states millions, and may reduce diverse representation in children's literature while not heavily affecting national interest or sales. Researchers Katherine Spoon and Isabelle Langrock outline data gaps and urge further study.
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Ban on DEI ideas sparks campus political clash
In a heated debate, Dorman critiques DEI concepts and cites Republican backlash at the university. The piece notes pressure on Sharma after a Twitter exchange following Trump's victory, plus legislative calls to fire him and report to the Iowa Board of Medicine. It references academic freedom rules and Project 2025, warning of potential federal cuts and curriculum edits.
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