"The only sure weapon against bad ideas is better ideas."
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About Alfred Whitney Griswold
Alfred Whitney Griswold was an American historian and educator who served as the president of Yale University from 1950 to 1963. He was known for his advocacy of liberal arts education and academic freedom. Griswold played a significant role in shaping Yale's academic programs and policies, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and intellectual exploration.
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