As we reflect on the evolution of higher education, we must ask: does it truly serve the broader interests of society, or has it increasingly mirrored the dynamics of modern politics and elite-driven agendas—often at the expense of rising costs and accessibility? Explore the complex dimensions of 21st-century higher education through the lens of Liberty Fund’s scholars and publications, examining its influence on civil discourse, the pursuit of intellectual inquiry, and the preservation of a free society.