Author: Jack Hassard

The Militarization of Protests: Trumps’ Fear of American Citizens

The Militarization of Protests: Trumps’ Fear of American Citizens

Posted by | Jun 13, 2025 | , ,

On June 10, 2025, President Donald Trump ordered the federalization of the California National Guard. He deployed 600 to 800 U.S. Marines to Los Angeles in response to mass protests against his immigration and deportation policies. These protests were sparked by the expansion of immigration raids. Family detentions also fueled them. They reflect a growing public resistance to what many consider a cruel and racialized enforcement regime. The federal militarization of domestic protests raises deeper questions about constitutional rights. It prompts concerns about federal overreach. This act also highlights the creeping shadow of authoritarianism in American life.

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Protests and Paramilitary Tactics: A Historical Parallel

Protests and Paramilitary Tactics: A Historical Parallel

Posted by | Jun 11, 2025 | , ,

The President of the United States is sending stormtroopers into American cities. Without any invitation or consent of the governor of Oregon or the mayor of Portland, hundreds of camouflaged armed troops have used force against legal protestors. The protestors are not breaking the law by protesting police brutality and the unequal treatment of people of color. These stormtroopers are not there to help local law enforcement, but instead use aggressive force against protestors.

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Bridges Not Walls: The Global Thinking Project in the Age of Isolationism

Bridges Not Walls: The Global Thinking Project in the Age of Isolationism

Posted by | May 30, 2025 |

The Trump administration is moving to cancel visas for foreign students at Harvard. It is also halting visa processing at American embassies worldwide. Because of this, the United States is retreating from its legacy of global educational exchange. These actions sever the intellectual lifeblood of American higher education. They also betray the spirit of cooperation that once flourished in projects like the Global Thinking Project (GTP).
At a time when global crises—from pandemics to climate change—demand collaboration, we are witnessing a dangerous turn inward.

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Trump’s Assault on Harvard Is a Warning to All of Higher Education

Trump’s Assault on Harvard Is a Warning to All of Higher Education

Posted by | May 28, 2025 | ,

Today, in the journal Nature, it was reported that Trump cut nearly 1,000 grants from Harvard University. These included 193 grants valued at $150 million. These were cut by the National Science Foundation (NSF). Additionally, there were 56 grants worth $105 billion by the Department of Defense. Finally, more than 600 grants came from the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH). These were worth approximately $2.2 billion over several years. This is a significant impact on Harvard, representing 11% of the college’s annual $6.4 billion budget. It’s important to note that none of these grants address the antisemitism on the campus of Harvard University. Trump also has claimed that Harvard has “engaged in race discrimination” in admissions.

When Donald Trump launched his recent political assault on Harvard University, he threatened to revoke federal funding. He also threatened international student visas and autonomy.

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Consequences of Academic Retaliation in U.S. Higher Education

Consequences of Academic Retaliation in U.S. Higher Education

Posted by | May 23, 2025 | ,

Academic retaliation by Trump, Noem, Miller and others involves punitive actions. These actions directly target a core role of universities.
The Trump administration recently revoked Harvard University’s certification. This affects their ability to enroll international students. It is based on the authoritarian playbook written into Project 25 by the Heritage Foundation. It’s. Another illegal move by the Trump cronies. It’s very serious. Its affect all of higher education. I am an emeritus professor of science education at Georgia State University. I have more than 30 years of experience in higher education. International students are crucial and humanistic

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