Crimson opinion writer
Brooks B. Anderson
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Maybe Harvard Really Does Need More Republicans
By Brooks B. Anderson •
If we really believe it is our strength and that the value of a Harvard education hinges upon exposure to new ideas and new understanding — it might be time to admit a few more Republicans.
Opinion
Dissent: For Harvard’s Sake, It’s Time to Let Gay Go
Harvard’s presidency is no empty honor; it is a challenging managerial job with challenging duties, not least of which is navigating national outcry. In each of these respects, Gay has failed.
Opinion
Fire Them All; God Will Know His Own
By Brooks B. Anderson •
Concern over administrative bloat has become more salient in recent years as universities, especially elite institutions such as those in the Ivy League, have come under political scrutiny. As I walked through the offices of the Smith Campus Center, I had to ask myself: Where did all these people come from? And do we really need them here?