Gurteen Knowledge Blog January 13, 2021, 11:37Over the past few years, much has been reported in the press about so-called cancel culture and deplatforming where activists deny speakers with controversial opinions access to University venues. In 2019 Cambridge University rescinded its offer of a visiting fellowship to Jordan Peterson, who has attracted controversy for his views … Continue reading Freedom of Speech in Universities It’s our duty to tolerate colleagues even when they say things that we consider foolish
Free Speech vs. The New Intolerance | Rowan Atkinson Posts where this video is embedded Group Polarization The tendency for a group to make decisions that are more extreme than the initial inclination of its members Knowledge Café: the Host The role of the Knowledge Café host Our World Is a Mess The problems The Enlightenment The Age of … Continue reading Free Speech Vs. the New Intolerance Rowan Atkinson, 2018
Show respect: We often show disrespect for people with whom we disagree. This is damaging to the relationship and society. However, we do not need to respect someone or their ideas to show them respect. The Problem When people disagree with us over things we care deeply about, it is far too easy to assume … Continue reading Show Respect Failing to respect one another negatively impacts the future for all of us
