Harvard University has the worst record when it comes to sanctioning scholars, according to a new report from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression.
The report, released on Thursday, April 20, looks at efforts from universities to sanction scholars for protected speech since 2000. Among other findings, the report found that only four scholars were sanctioned in 2000 compared to 145 in 2022. Harvard leads the country in attempted sanctions and successful sanctions with 23 and 12, respectively.
North Brookfield selectmen have rejected a request for a drag performance on the town common they had previously approved after determining it to be "adult entertainment" not suitable for public property.
The elected board, which oversees the day-to-day operations of the town and considers permits for public events, initially said yes to the application but then later reversed course on a 2-1 vote after members learned more about the proposed performance.
