Harvard University Stands Up to Illegal Federal Government Actions

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Stand UP Harvard rally by faculty and students to insure and support the university’s stance on defending academic independence and academic freedom against illegal Federal government demands. Video Still, News Center Maine, April, 2025

To our readers: Harvard University is standing up to the illegal actions of the Federal government to force the school to surrender their academic independence and allow federal control over its curriculum, faculty, and student body. In retaliation, the latest government action on May 22 ordered Harvard to be stripped of its authority to sponsor visas for international students and scholars for the 2025-26 academic year. The university is fighting it legally, but if held, could be ordered to expel international students, setting the stage for possible deportations. The university’s defense of international students and scholars is a defense of international students everywhere, and all students. Below we republish a letter from Harvard President Alan M. Garner to faculty and students, explaining the University’s stance and actions. — People’s Tribune

“For those international students and scholars affected by yesterday’s action, know that you are vital members of our community. You are our classmates and friends, our colleagues and mentors, our partners in the work of this great institution. Thanks to you, we know more and understand more, and our country and our world are more enlightened and more resilient. We will support you as we do our utmost to ensure that Harvard remains open to the world.” — Alan M. Garner, Office of the President

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