Olin Fund Gives Millions to Conservative Activities in Higher Education; Critics See Political Agenda.

McMillen, Liz

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ERIC Number: EJ439777

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

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Olin Fund Gives Millions to Conservative Activities in Higher Education; Critics See Political Agenda.

McMillen, Liz

Chronicle of Higher Education, v38 n20 pA31,32 Jan 22 1992

The politically conservative John M. Olin Foundation, which provides financial grants to individuals and groups on U.S. campuses, has become part of the debate over "political correctness" in academia. The foundation is accused of being linked with the Republican Party and of distorting intellectual debate. (DB)

Descriptors: Grants, Higher Education, Intellectual Freedom, Philanthropic Foundations, Political Influences, Politics of Education, Private Financial Support

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