Risa Lieberwitz

Risa Lieberwitz is the head of the Worker Institute at Cornell University, where she focuses on labor rights, employment law, and the intersection of politics and workplace dynamics. She has been vocal about the implications of political pressure on academic freedom and employee rights, particularly in light of recent calls for accountability regarding social media posts about the death of Charlie Kirk. Lieberwitz's commentary reflects concerns over how current political climates may affect free speech and academic discourse.