Title: Woke Indoctrination: Middlebury College’s ‘Techno-Racism’ Course Under Fire
In an alarming display of ideological overreach, Middlebury College is set to launch a course that promotes "techno-racism" within its localization curriculum.
Highlighted in their latest course catalog, the class titled "DEI in Localization" raises eyebrows and questions regarding the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the academic setting.
Critics, including education expert Stone Washington from the National Center for Public Policy Research, have condemned this initiative as little more than a vehicle for political indoctrination.
Washington argues that instead of fostering an objective discussion about race and cultural adaptation, the course leverages DEI principles to advance a politically charged narrative that marginalizes dissenting views, particularly those aligned with conservative ideologies.
He pointedly remarks, “DEI can be used as a weapon to deter any minority perspective from being outspoken, most notably conservatives and libertarians.”
This criticism underscores a larger issue permeating higher education: the left's continued push to define discourse by their own ideological standards, often silencing opposing viewpoints in the process.
Moreover, the course's low enrollment numbers, with only five out of 24 seats filled as of the end of May, suggest that many students may be rejecting this indoctrination in favor of a more balanced educational experience.
While the instructors promote the course as a critical examination of power and identity within the context of localization, Washington's observations raise serious concerns regarding its ultimate purpose.
He points to a disregard for the real-life factors impacting performance and success, suggesting that the course fails to address the collapse of traditional family structures and educational disparities, ultimately perpetuating a cycle of division rather than unity.
As ideological battles play out within academia, Middlebury College serves as a potent reminder of the alarming direction in which some institutions are heading.
The increasing prevalence of such courses may further alienate students who yearn for a more comprehensive and balanced education, one that encourages diverse perspectives rather than enforcing a singular narrative.
With President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance navigating the landscape of education reform, this instance exemplifies the urgent need for a commitment to rigorous academic standards over ideological conformity.
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