Well, I could see the nature of the universe and big bang vs creationism coming 
up in a discussion on limits (via event horizons)... but you are correct, that 
remark was really meant for classes in the English/sociology spectrum.

As for hate speech, yes, there is a line, which was the gist of my story in the 
other thread -- that whole experience came pretty close imho. But it also 
illustrates my point here -- in practice, it is extremely difficult to balance 
out the competing rights.

>"Some truths are political. And personal. And still true."
>
>But, in calculus class, are truths political and personal?  While it
>may be hard to differentiate these in ethics, philosphy, and politics,
>it would seem like there are others where a definitive line could be
>drawn.  Also, there's that nasty issue of hate speech.  If you really
>think you're teaching, is it okay?  Better not let the gov't stop it
>because it's a foot in the door.
>
>Well, at least you can see that there is somewhat of a problem here.
>That is half the battle in my opinion.
>
>It also seems like sitting back and letting professors funded by tax
>payer dollars say anything they want regardless of the class
>description is the preferred solution.
>
>Maybe I should go back and get my PhD.  Seems like a pretty good gig.
>Say what you want and not be held accountable.  Just have to figure
>out a way to squeeze it around a full time job, two part time jobs,
>and three children.  Rochville University here I come.

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