Sam Lessin for Harvard Board of Overseers

S1 E3 • Jul 22, 2024 • 32 mins

Sam Lessin and Michelle Tandler delve into the complexities of free speech at Harvard, discussing Sam's campaign for Harvard overseer. They explore Harvard's governing structure, the election process, and the global impact of its governance. The episode also covers leadership reform strategies and ways to support governance changes.

Key Points

Harvard must prioritize academic excellence and free inquiry to maintain its global educational leadership.
Current limitations on free speech within Harvard's academic setting hinder open academic conversations and need to be addressed.
Consistency in institutional responses to global events is crucial to maintaining neutrality and credibility.

Speakers

Sam Lessin

Guest • 78%

Michelle Tandler

Host • 5%

Michelle Tandler

Host • 17%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction to Harvard's role and free speech on campus
1:37	Introduction to podcast and guest
2:26	Sam Lessin's background and Harvard Board of Overseers campaign
3:21	Overview of Harvard's governing bodies and election process
9:02	Election campaigning and current Overseer candidates
14:30	Responsibilities and challenges of the Harvard Overseers
18:32	The broader impact of Harvard's governance on education
22:04	The political stance of universities and reflection on Facebook's challenges
25:22	Proposed high-level changes for Harvard and alumni support
29:33	The nomination process and campaign promotion
31:17	Closing remarks and additional resources

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