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“Mathematicians always hoped their field was the one human endeavor where reason would prevail over woke madness. But no such luck. The Mathematical Association of America has succumbed.” quote by Miranda Devine
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“Mathematicians always hoped their field was the one human endeavor where reason would prevail over woke madness. But no such luck. The Mathematical Association of America has succumbed.”

Miranda Devine

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Source Opinion Piece: The Guardian, 2023

Mathematics once promised rational clarity, now threatened by politicized interference.

In simple terms: Math is losing its rational edge.

Key Takeaway

Protect academic independence in math.

Themes

academia politics reason science freedom

Mood

concerned defiant

Type

critical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • university governance
  • research funding
  • curriculum design
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

intellectual integrity political influence science policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can scholars safeguard objectivity?
  • What role should politics play in science?
A Different Perspective

Political pressures may limit funding.

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