Free speech divide inside the Ivy League: Who talks freely and who walks on eggshells on campus?
The 2026 FIRE rankings expose a stark contrast in free speech environments among Ivy League schools. Dartmouth's impressive rise reflects policy reforms and administrative backing, while Yale shows steady progress. Harvard, however, continues to struggle, burdened by ideological imbalances and a chilling effect on open discussion, particularly on contentious issues.
The 2026 FIRE rankings expose a stark contrast in free speech environments among Ivy League schools. Dartmouth's impressive rise reflects policy reforms and administrative backing, while Yale shows steady progress. Harvard, however, continues to struggle, burdened by ideological imbalances and a chilling effect on open discussion, particularly on contentious issues.
