Hegseth’s disdain for morality distances the Pentagon from universities
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Hegseth's attitude toward morality is creating distance between the Pentagon and universities.
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The story examines how Hegseth's dismissive attitude toward morality is creating a rift between the Pentagon and university institutions. The piece argues that as military training increasingly emphasizes lethality, there is a greater need for comprehensive education through civilian academic institutions.
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