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“You can't have a university without having free speech, even though at times it makes us terribly uncomfortable. If students are not going to hear controversial ideas on college campuses, they're not going to hear them in America. I believe it's part of their education.”

Quote by Donna Shalala

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Donna Shalala is a distinguished figure in the fields of public affairs and education. Born on February 14, 1941, she is a renowned educator, politician, and social activist. more

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