Former President Donald Trump recently released a campaign video titled “Higher Education,” where he outlined his plans to address what he called the “Marxist takeover of higher education” in the United States. In the video, Trump vowed to change how colleges and universities are accredited to reflect values that defend the “American tradition and Western civilization.”
One of the most controversial aspects of Trump’s plan is his proposal to seize the endowments of any college or university practicing affirmative action. He argues that these institutions have been ripping off students and taxpayers by engaging in unlawful racial discrimination under the guise of “equity” and that they should be held accountable for their actions. Trump says that the seized funds will be used to provide restitution for victims of these policies and to promote a “real education” in America.
The former president’s video has been met with mixed reactions, with some praising his efforts to reform higher education and others criticizing his proposals as divisive and harmful. Some experts argue that Trump’s plan to seize endowments would be unconstitutional and could face legal challenges.
It remains to be seen how much support Trump’s proposals will gain, particularly given the current political climate in the United States. However, his video demonstrates that the issue of higher education and its role in society is still a topic of great concern for many Americans, and it is likely to remain a contentious issue for some time to come.
