Just days later, McElroy’s tenure offer unraveled after the university buckled under backlash from Texas Scorecard, a conservative website, and an unspecified group of individuals close to the university who opposed her previous diversity initiatives. A new state law will limit that and the discussion of race and inclusion on college campuses next year.

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    That’s a terrible thing to say. Silencing those with opposing viewpoints is not a good path to take.

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      1 year ago

      I’m good with silencing people who promote violence and hate.

      Also, you replied to a post that was critical of conservatives silencing opposing viewpoints.

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      Silencing oppressor groups is almost always a good path to take. Not all viewpoints are valid or worthy of protection.