Here, I discuss the evolution of my political consciousness, plus the fate of heterodox thinkers in the academy.* I wrote about this for a book of essays by “political dissidents” (basically, non-leftists) in the academic world.
Even persons holding a “correct” ideology would benefit from critics of bad implementations, which are always a risk. Such critics don’t necessarily need to deny the basic ideology, but such dissidents have a better motivation and escape the groupthink.
What is your advice for “heterodox” students who are considering careers in academia? Maybe they would be better off not pursuing academia at all. But for students who insist upon academic careers, should they keep quiet unless they get tenure and then speak up?
Even persons holding a “correct” ideology would benefit from critics of bad implementations, which are always a risk. Such critics don’t necessarily need to deny the basic ideology, but such dissidents have a better motivation and escape the groupthink.
What is your advice for “heterodox” students who are considering careers in academia? Maybe they would be better off not pursuing academia at all. But for students who insist upon academic careers, should they keep quiet unless they get tenure and then speak up?