Crimson opinion writer
Lorenzo Z. Ruiz
Lorenzo Z. Ruiz ’27, a Crimson Editorial Editor, lives in Greenough Hall.
Latest Content
Time for the Left To Reclaim Academic Freedom
Academic freedom is a progressive force. Progressives should remember that.
I’m a Progressive. Here’s Why I’m Glad Harvard’s New Provost Isn’t.
John F. Manning ’82, Harvard’s newly minted interim provost, is a conservative. He’s also an exceptional pick.
Harvard Can Kill the Diversity-Excellence Dichotomy
We must remind the world of our selectivity and rigor by tightening standards in undergraduate admissions and faculty hiring.
Harvard Doesn’t Need a President, Yet
Harvard has no permanent president. Let’s keep it that way — for now.
With New Fund, Ackman Cashes In
The Ackman Show channeled America’s hate and hope, pitting the nation against itself. Now it’s time to pay up.
Harvard Shouldn’t Do Activism
Are we a school or a brand or a research lab? Are we political or apolitical? Are we a venue for debate or instruction? Do we exist for students or society?
One for Me, One for You: Garber’s Parallel Task Forces Are a Good Start
Garber's two new task forces could signal the beginning of a new age of leadership at Harvard.
Give Me a Vengeful Harvard
Our president must know that Harvard is at war with the right and losing.