New Study Finds Average College Professor 'Only Slightly Less Left' Than Bernie Sanders
A new study indicates that the average college professor in the U.S. holds political views only slightly less leftist than Bernie Sanders. The research highlights a significant lack of ideological diversity among university faculty, with many professors donating to far-left politicians. Critics argue that the study's sample may not accurately represent the broader academic landscape.
- ▪The study found that most politically active faculty members cluster in far-left ideologies.
- ▪It reported a significant decrease in the range of political opinions among professors over time.
- ▪Elite universities were noted to have the least variation in political views among faculty.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
Higher Education New Study Finds Average College Professor 'Only Slightly Less Left' Than Bernie Sanders FIRE's data suggest that the range of opinions at American universities is far too narrow. Ari Shtein | 6.3.2026 2:30 PM Share on FacebookShare on XShare on RedditShare by emailPrint friendly versionCopy page URL Add Reason to Google Media Contact & Reprint Requests <img src="https://d2eehagpk5cl65.cloudfront.net/img/c800x450-w800-q80/uploads/2026/06/dreamstime_xl_114605231-800x450.jpg" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto" width="1200" height="675" title="Students in a lecture hall" alt="Students in a lecture hall | Photo: Kasto80/Dreamstime" /> (Photo: Kasto80/Dreamstime) In the U.S., the average college professor who donates to political candidates is "only slightly less left on the…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at Reason Magazine.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from Reason Magazine
