I don’t think these students, often characterized as ‘snowflakes’, really ‘assume a fetal position’ at all. I think this is an organized movement with long term goals.
These kids are using these ‘I’m scared’ tactics to erode free speech...I fully expect it to be their boots on my neck in a few years....or at least they’ll try.
Not surprising, I am familar with Bloomington, it has been a hot bed of progressivism/communism for decades. These people need to get out more from their safe zones.