A broader approach is needed to give students with debt the same opportunities their parents had.
Education in America
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ALEC Gives In, But There’s No Reason to Celebrate
The shadowy group of legislators and corporations has disbanded its Public Safety and Elections Task Force. But that’s no reason to stop the pressure.
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Earth to Ann Romney: The Mommy Wars Are Over
The faux scandal over Hilary Rosen’s comments highlight the fact that for most women, the system has already destined you to be a working mother.
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Watch Out for Feminists!
Phyllis Schlafly goes to give a guest lecture to cadets at the Citadel, and tells them to “Find out if your girlfriend is a feminist before you get too far into it.”
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A Coming War On Universities?
Now that they’ve done their worst to unions and women, conservatives may turn next to the ivy-covered halls.
Posted inCivil Rights in America
Tennessee Lawmakers Tackle Sagging Pants
Glad to see some lawmakers are investigating important policy areas.
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Is There An Actual Crisis in U.S. Education?
Not much evidence exists to say America’s schools are spiraling downward—but that hasn’t stopped politicians and reporters from perpetuating the idea.
Posted inWorking in America
It Takes an Election
Rallies can energize supporters of a cause, but rarely do they change policy.
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Hawaii’s Race Back to the Top
After winning a $75 million grant from the Department of Education, the Aloha State has come under fire for not implementing enough changes. Friday ends a four-day visit from the feds to see how things are progressing.
