Survey Indicates Most College Students Perceive Free Speech as Threatened

A new survey by the Knight Foundation and Ipsos reveals a significant decline in college students' confidence regarding free speech on campus, with only 37% believing it is secure, down from 73% in 2016. While 84% value free speech, 46% also feel colleges should shield them from potentially offensive content, highlighting a complex and evolving perspective on speech rights and campus safety among students.