<p>“There are many, many different points of view among privileged white gentlemen.” Hear, hear, glido. Stereotype much, mythmom?</p>
<p>SoCal Dad2 (nice name, btw) - Not to burst your bubble, but there are many who espouse some views properly described as conservative who do not believe the earth is 6,000 years old and who do subscribe to the theory of evolution. Does that surprise you? Or is it easier to dismiss those who disagree with you on SOME subjects by falsely ascribing to them some outlandish beliefs on others? ReallyOK is right in his/her suggestion that you do not wish to engage in, or even allow, serious discussion of controversial topics. Apparently you disagree with President Mills, who is quoted in the WSJ article as having said, “we must be willing to entertain diverse perspectives throughout our community. . . . Diversity of ideas at all levels of the college is crucial for our credibility and for our educational mission.” </p>
<p>On a lighter note, the WSJ article describes this course offering: “Queer Gardens” (which “examines the work of gay and lesbian gardeners and traces how marginal identities find expression in specific garden spaces”). I don’t care what your political views are - does anyone seriously think this is anything other than ridiculous? I mean, it might make an interesting monograph but a college course? Puh-lease! Sounds like something you’d more likely read in The Onion than the Bowdoin course catalog.</p>