[Marxism] Bard President replies to my email

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Dear Mr. Davidson:

Thank you for writing. Professor Kovel was not fired, and most certainly 
not for any political views he may or may not hold. After fifteen years 
of serving as the full-time occupant of a non-tenured endowed chair, he 
voluntarily assumed part-time status in 2004. At that time he received a 
five-year contract, with the understanding that after those five years 
the college reserved the right to renew his position on a year-to-year 
basis. He knew it was possible that his position might not be renewed 
after the 2008â2009 academic year. In consultation with faculty, Bard 
elected not to renew Professor Kovelâs contract because, like all 
colleges, it faces severe fiscal constraints and is doing everything it 
can to preserve the employment of its full-time faculty. Professor Kovel 
enjoyed a fine and productive career at Bard for more than twenty years. 
We are sorry for and astonished at his allegations, which have no basis 
in fact.

Cordially,
Leon Botstein
President, Bard College





      

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