Word: jeffriesism
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The second paradigm, then, is reflected by Brigid Kerrigan and the BSA. It stands for divisiveness, separatism and insensitivity. The Confederate flag is its symbol, and Leonard Jeffries its prophet.
Rudenstine refused to comment on City University of New York Professor Leonard Jeffries' controversial views on race but praised the way the University handled the his appearance on campus.
Asked about the Black Students Association's decision to invite Jeffries, Rudenstine emphasized that unless a speaker poses a threat to the community, there should be no restrictions on invitations.
Rudenstine said that students and administrators handled the events surrounding the Jeffries speech "extraordinarily well."
Like other University officials, Rudenstine would not comment on Jeffries' views on race, which have drawn ire and skepticism from others in the academic community. He said he has only second-hand knowledge of the professor's public statements.