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Monday, November 22, 2010

Schools Matter: The Gates Foundation and the Future of Public Schools

Schools Matter: The Gates Foundation and the Future of Public Schools

The Gates Foundation and the Future of Public Schools

Please ask your bookstore and library to order this book. No, I nor any of the other authors have made or will make a dime from it. But it could turn into a collector's item before the ink dries if you don't demand to see copies available. The price, itself, is ridiculous and enough to discourage sales.

Ravitch, a respected historian and established author, was turned down by 8 other publishers before she found one with the guts to publish her latest book on the Billionaire Boys' Club. Conspiracy? No. Cowardice? You betcha.

Description: There has been much public praise for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s efforts to reform public education. However, few