The multicultural element of American universities is a major background element and will shape the long-term outlook on free speech in academia. In aggregate,

The multicultural element of American universities is a major background element and will shape the long-term outlook on free speech in academia. In aggregate, I've seen and heard far more clearly racist comments from foreign students toward Black Americans than from American students. These attitudes will not dissipate overnight. In my wholly personal opinion, the distinct issue with "White liberal American" students and free speech stems from self-segregation. A human being is the product of their environment. In dichotomous contrast to their antiracist stances, "White liberal" parents tend to live among and socialize almost exclusively with other White liberals, which causes kids to prefer an in-group, tribal mentality and never develop the personality skills to exist outside your ideological tribe. If kids are raised in such an environment, conflict among other groups will create significant discomfort for them. There are many ways to raise your kids to have a liberal mentality without turning them into a shadow-scared ideologue.