Universities: Truth or ideology?
January 27, 2026
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<p>Have universities begun to favor ideology over truth?</p> <p>In this episode of <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCxy3YdyzNFbPLOPsIlSSt0A">@DohaDebates</a> podcast, host Malika Bilal questions whether universities still uphold free inquiry, as mounting pressure, surveillance, and self-censorship reshape academic spaces following October 7.</p> <p>Joined by Mohammad Fadel, Pablo Avelluto, Omer Bartov and Dorian Abbot, the discussion explores academic freedom, student activism, and the future of open debate in higher education worldwide.</p> <p>The views expressed in this episode are the guests’ own and do not necessarily reflect Al Jazeera’s editorial stance. Visit the <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCxy3YdyzNFbPLOPsIlSSt0A">@DohaDebates</a> YouTube channel for the extended version. </p> <p><strong>Connect with us:</strong></p> <p>@AJEPodcasts on <a href="https://twitter.com/AJEPodcasts">X</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ajepodcasts/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AJEPodcasts">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzGHKb8i9vTwjZkiFu6LhzsLUKFkYO60I">YouTube</a></p>
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