Davidsonians for Freedom of Thought & Discourse

Promoting free speech and expression open debate viewpoint diversity and ideological balance at Davidson College Davidson NC. A parallel goal is ensuring that the College maintains its high pedagogical standards. DFTD is an independent alumni ae organization not affiliated with the College its membership including current and former elected federal and state officials successful businessmen nonprofit executives prominent intellectuals and journalists. DFTD stands up for the free speech rights of ALL progressives moderates and conservatives if we see free speech or expression being threatened or denied. DFTD aims to bring to the College administration's and Trustees attention specific developments on campus that impede free expression open debate or academic freedom and to hold the administration and Trustees accountable. All Davidsonians alumni faculty staff students and parents of students are welcome to participate in the activities of DFTD.