The Nation
The solution is to invest in local ecosystems—universities should help fund public schooling and affordable housing. They should cooperate with unions and offer living wages to their employees. Share the wealth. Not out of altruism but self-interest: When right-wing attacks befall the ivory tower, the local community should see colleges as citadels to defend—not woke DEI hedge funds that brutalize protesters. How do you convince them? A PILOT is a good start. Above: Activists designed a “WashU Owes U” Monopoly game.
