Why colleges can't ignore politics in the midterms

By Alcino Donadel

October 14, 2026 at 05:29 AM

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What You Need To Know

The AAUP is advocating for Democrat candidates during the midterms in its second-ever political endorsement.
State politics are influencing where students apply.
Colleges must communicate their mission broadly to overcome the political fray.

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