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University of Oregon Accused By Advocacy Groups of Undermining Free Speech

University of Oregon Accused By Advocacy Groups of Undermining Free Speech
A federal lawsuit in Washington alleges the University of Oregon is imposing an ideological litmus test for hiring and promotions. File photo taken on June 26, 2022. Nathan Howard/Getty Images
Scottie Barnes
Scottie Barnes
Freelance reporter
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The University of Oregon (UO) is under fire from two free speech advocacy groups, who claim it is infringing on freedom of speech and expression.

The university’s Division of Equity and Inclusion is being sued for blocking a critic on Twitter, even as the institution is being pressured to stop imposing an ideological litmus test for hiring and promotions.

Scottie Barnes
Scottie Barnes
Freelance reporter
Scottie Barnes writes breaking news and investigative pieces for The Epoch Times from the Pacific Northwest. She has a background in researching the implications of public policy and emerging technologies on areas ranging from homeland security and national defense to forestry and urban planning.
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