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Legalize Plato: The Shirt

In light of Texas A&M’s decision to tell a philosophy professor to remove readings by Plato from his course, one enterprising philosopher has come up with a way for people to voice their support for academic freedom.

It’s the “Legalize Plato” t-shirt.

t-shirt model wearing shirt that says "legalize plato"

Designed by UC San Diego philosophy professor Saba Bazargan, the “Legalize Plato” shirt is available for purchase in a variety of colors and fits here.

(Yes, the style is an intentional homage to the “Legalize LA” shirt.)

(No, there’s no need to point out in the comments that Texas A&M did not or could not technically make Plato illegal. Please.)

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