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Podcast: Commonwealth Club of California Podcast
Episode: Educating During Turbulent Times
Description: Schools throughout the country have been roiled by unrest as they have struggled to navigate the passions and provocations ignited by political controversies at home and violent conflicts around the world. Confronted with protests, accusations of impropriety, and increased scrutiny of their methods and motives, school officials have contended with questions about how best to prioritize freedom of expression and allow access to a wide array of knowledge and opinions, while ensuring student safety and fostering trust and respect.Now, as we begin a new academic year with an acrimonious election season in full...