There's no need for the 'Chicago principles' in Australian universities to protect freedom of speech
- Written by Katharine Gelber, Professor of Politics and Public Policy, The University of Queensland
This week the government asked former High Court Chief Justice Robert French to head an inquiry into free speech on universities. Education minister Dan Tehan claimed it was because concerns had been raised about people shutting down the views of those they disagree with, and security costs for controversial speakers on campus.
Universities are acc...