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Heterodoxy was a short-lived conservative magazine founded by David Horowitz in the early 1990s, aimed at challenging what its editors perceived as political correctness and left-wing orthodoxy in academia, media, and culture. Launched as a bimonthly publication by the Center for the Study of Popular Culture (an organization also established by Horowitz), it featured articles, essays, and critiques from conservative and contrarian voices, often targeting progressive ideologies and campus radicalism. The magazine sought to provide an alternative perspective to mainstream liberal viewpoints, emphasizing intellectual freedom and skepticism toward prevailing cultural narratives. During its approximately five-year run, it gained attention for provocative content including exposés on alleged biases in higher education and cultural institutions, with contributors including academics, journalists, and activists who shared Horowitz's views on issues like affirmative action, multiculturalism, and free speech. The publication ceased operations around 1997 due to financial challenges and shifting priorities within Horowitz's network of conservative media ventures. Its legacy influenced later efforts by Horowitz, such as the David Horowitz Freedom Center, in combating perceived leftist dominance in intellectual spheres. Heterodoxy exemplified the rise of neoconservative and anti-PC publications in the post-Cold War era, serving as a platform for debates on ideological conformity. While it had a niche readership among conservatives, it faced criticism from liberals for promoting divisive rhetoric. The magazine's archives and select articles remain accessible through conservative think tanks and online repositories, offering insight into 1990s culture wars.