After a year marred by false accusations of voter fraud, an insurrection at our Capitol and deep political polarization across the country, democracy needs scaffolding. Higher education - with its values of vigorous inquiry, search for truth and robust expression - has a vital role to play in safeguarding our democracy. The UC National Center for Free Speech and Civic Engagement's fourth annual #SpeechMatters conference – Safeguarding Democracy – will be held virtually this year. Join us as we dive…