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UC Campuses Criticized Over Inconsistent Protest Policies
Season 2024
Episode 99
After pro-Palestinian protests at UCLA, the University of California system faces scrutiny for inconsistent enforcement of protest regulations. As lawmakers withhold $25 million in funding, student leaders raise concerns about limited input in policy decisions. The debate continues on how campuses balance free speech and public safety.
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