Not since the Norman conquerors of England published their laws in French, for an English-speaking nation, centuries ago, has there been such contempt for the people’s right to know what laws were being imposed on them.—Thomas Sowell
Monthly Archives For August 2010
Student Loan Bubble
For years, America has bought into the idea that college degrees are not only badges of honor but must-have tickets that miraculously open doors for the recipients and practically guarantee lucrative careers.
ISO College Roommate
Until recently, campus roommates were a non-negotiable item for incoming college freshmen.
Teacher’s Union Media Boycott
The Los Angeles Times is facing a boycott from the city’s teachers union after publishing a study that analyzed the effectiveness of over 6,000 elementary school teachers.
Call Me Irresponsible?
While baby boomers are still the driving force that controls America’s cultural and spending habits, when it comes to preferred methods of communication, they are pathetically out of the loop.
Wrong End of Seesaw
One wonders sometimes if America would prosper if Academia didn’t.
Texas Textbooks Whitewash Shariah
It turns out that the revised standards are even much milder than what was left in place.
How American is American U?
The research shows liberal political bias at American University based on the school’s faculty, student organizations, and administrative policies.
Green Grads in Maryland
In a coordinated move by state and Federal officials and advocacy non-profits, Maryland may soon hold preeminent status as the most environmentally friendly state in the nation.
Another NEA Myth Challenged
For years, education lobbyists have been crying for greater taxpayer funding while ignoring schools that do more with less rather than those that do less and less with more and more.