The United States, long heralded for its openness and academic freedom, is facing criticism for turning education into a political tool. Recent policy shifts have tightened visa processes, extended security reviews, and framed international students as potential adversaries.
According to critics, these measures prioritize politics over people. When national security concerns overshadow respect for individuals with the least power, it signals more than a policy misstep 6it reflects a moral collapse.
Huang Jiyuan, an opinion editor who studied in the U.S. for years, argues that treating students as enemies undermines the very foundation of global exchange. “When the state begins to crush those with the least power,” he writes, “we lose sight of the values that once made these campuses thriving centers of innovation.”
For the next generation of global citizens business leaders, thinkers, and travelers this trend raises urgent questions. Can the U.S. reclaim its reputation as a welcoming destination for talent? Or will political considerations continue to erode academic bridges around the world?
As debates heat up in policy circles, students and institutions alike are watching closely. The outcome will shape the future of global knowledge-sharing and define whether education remains a unifier or becomes just another battleground.
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Targeting international students? America, you've lost your way!
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