Loading...
Market
What will be the response from academic bodies to New College of Florida's book disposal by the end of 2024?
1
Resolution / Starting Odds
Condemnation • 25%
Support • 25%
No response • 25%
Other • 25%
Official statements from academic bodies or credible news sources
Story
New College of Florida Faces Backlash for Landfill Disposal of Gender and Diversity Center Books
Aug 15, 2024, 08:53 PM
The New College of Florida has come under scrutiny for disposing of hundreds of library books in a landfill, including those from the college’s Gender and Diversity Center. This action has sparked significant outrage across the state, with critics labeling it as wasteful and unnecessary. The college claims that they are unable to donate the books due to Florida Statute, although this assertion has been contested. The incident has been linked to broader ideological changes at the institution, which is reportedly undergoing an 'ideological cleanse' following political influence from Governor Ron DeSantis. The Sarasota Herald-Tribune has reported on the event, further highlighting the controversy.
View original story
Similar markets
Policy changes • 25%
Public statements • 25%
No significant reaction • 25%
Other • 25%
Legal action taken • 25%
Negotiations with Penn State • 25%
No action taken • 25%
Other • 25%
No violation found • 25%
Violation found • 25%
Ongoing investigation • 25%
Other • 25%
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Termination of employment • 25%
Further disciplinary actions without termination • 25%
No further action • 25%
Other • 25%
Remove similar books from shelves • 25%
Issue statements condemning antisemitism • 25%
No action taken • 25%
Other actions • 25%
Increased protections for academic freedom • 25%
No significant changes • 25%
Decreased protections for academic freedom • 25%
Other outcomes • 25%
Mostly positive • 25%
Mostly negative • 25%
Mixed reactions • 25%
Indifferent • 25%
Remove the book and issue an apology • 25%
Remove the book without an apology • 25%
Keep the book and issue an apology • 25%
Keep the book without an apology • 25%
Implement new policies • 25%
Increase existing training programs • 25%
No significant changes • 25%
Other actions • 25%