Strange times; strange alliances

One of the most common neo-con criticisms of academia is that it is a hotbed of (left-wing) liberalism. Many would be guilty as charged.

Imagine then, the situation in New Brunswick. The strongest advocates for the liberal arts and the core principles underlying a university education come from the Conservative side of the political spectrum. Our harshest critics are also our best allies. The Liberal Party, as noted by Robert MacLeod, President of the Progressive Conservative Party of NB, has for some 15 months created havoc with post-secondary education and are on the cusp of unleashing yet another volley our way.