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Book Synopsis: Few seem to think conservatives should become professors. While the left fears an invasion of their citadel by conservatives marching to orders from the Koch brothers, the right steers young conservatives away from a professorial vocation by lampooning its leftism. Shields and Dunn quiet these fears by shedding light on the hidden world of conservative professors through 153 interviews. Most conservative professors told them that the university is a far more tolerant place than its right-wing critics imagine. Many, in fact, first turned right in the university itself, while others say they feel more at home in academia than in the Republican Party. Even so, being a conservative in the progressive university can be challenging. Many professors admit to closeting themselves prior to tenure by passing as liberals. Some openly conservative professors even say they were badly mistreated on account of their politics, especially those who ventured into politicized disciplines or expressed culturally conservative views. Despite real challenges, the many successful professors interviewed by Shields and Dunn show that conservatives can survive and sometimes thrive in one of America's most progressive professions. And this means that liberals and conservatives need to rethink the place of conservatives in academia. Liberals should take the high road by becoming more principled advocates of diversity, especially since conservative professors are rarely close-minded or combatants in a right-wing war against the university. Movement conservatives, meanwhile, should de-escalate its polemical war against the university, especially since it inadvertently helps cement progressives' troubled rule over academia.
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Are you a conservative with aspirations of becoming a professor? Don't let the fear of a left-leaning environment discourage you. In "Passing on the Right: Conservative Professors in the Progressive University," Shields and Dunn shed light on the hidden world of conservative professors. Through 153 insightful interviews, they have revealed that the university is far more tolerant than its right-wing critics assume. It's time to break the stereotypes and embrace the challenge of being a conservative in academia.
Do you find yourself closeting your political beliefs in order to fit in? You're not alone. Many successful conservative professors have confessed to passing as liberals prior to tenure. However, this book shows that authenticity is not only possible but also crucial for a meaningful career in academia. By openly expressing your conservative views, you contribute to the diversity and intellectual richness of the university environment.
Have you experienced mistreatment due to your politics? It's unfortunate that some openly conservative professors face adversity. However, their resilience and determination to succeed have paved the way for others. Shields and Dunn present inspiring stories of conservative professors who not only survived but thrived in the progressive professions. It's time to challenge the status quo and reshape the dialogue around conservatism in academia.
For both liberals and conservatives, it's time to make a change. Liberals should embrace the true meaning of diversity and advocate for a more inclusive environment for all perspectives. With conservative professors bringing different ideas and viewpoints to the table, the university becomes a hub of intellectual discourse. On the other hand, movement conservatives must abandon the polemical war against the university. By doing so, they can challenge progressives' dominance in academia and foster a more balanced and representative educational system.
Don't let the misconceptions deter you from pursuing your passion. "Passing on the Right: Conservative Professors in the Progressive University" urges you to reconsider the place of conservatives in academia. Join the movement for change and be a part of the conversation by getting your copy now.
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