Delayed Vote on Trump Advisor's Censure: Politics or Academic Freedom?

A recent vote by Stanford's Faculty Senate to decide whether to lift the censure on Scott Atlas, a COVID-19 adviser to former President Trump, has been delayed. The Senate wants to avoid any political interpretations, especially with the 2024 elections coming up. This delay seems to be a way to steer clear of any political signals. Dr. Jayanta Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor, thinks differently. He believes the decision to delay the vote is wrong, asserting that it's about upholding academic freedom, not politics. Atlas was censured in 2020 for his views on lockdowns and mask efficacy during the pandemic. A strong reaction from fellow faculty followed, with some even accusing him of providing misleading advice to Trump. Now, the question remains: is the delay a wise move, or is it just delaying the inevitable?