Department of Redundency Department
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Teachers ought to know. Marketers certainly know. Politicians ignore it at
their peril.
Repetition works.
There is a tendency among certain brands of huma...
EXCERPT: When Freedom is the Question…
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When Freedom is the Question… In Bertolt Brecht’s 1938 play Galileo, the
astronomer’s breathtaking discoveries about the movement of the planets and
the st...
Hachiko
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The last photo of Hachiko, the faithful dog who waited for more than nine
years in front of Shibuya station for his master to return. This photo is
th...
Was RFK Jr. Responsible for 83 Deaths in Samoa?
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited in Samoa in 2019. While there, he
proselytized on the dangers of vaccines. After he left, the number of
people getting vaccin...
Two Items of Interest for Seattle Schools
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The first is whether *any SPS schools will be closed tomorrow*; the
district closed 14 today. It looks like several regional districts like
Renton will b...
WE HAVE MET THE ENEMY AND HE IS US
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*WE HAVE MET THE ENEMY AND HE IS US*
As I stroll through this chamber of horrors known as the Trump 2.0 cabinet
picks, I can't help but wonder how th...
Running silent and deep.
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Trump is evil and he is setting our nation up for something far worse than
just failure. His actions over the past week should send shivers up our
nation’s...
"Activities Rather Than Objects"
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Like a younger sibling, our school has always run on hand-me-downs.
I've long believed that one of the functions of preschools in our society
is to be ...
Who’s Afraid of Anne Frank?
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Last week, in Howell, Michigan, the town where I used to live, a local
youth theatre group was putting on a production of the play version of The
Diary of ...
¡Si, ganamos!
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En victorias desde la Carolinia del Norte hacia el Estado de Washington y
Maine, encontramos la evidencia que cuando nos organizamos, ganamos.
Siempre encu...
Scam Education Study from Denver
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By Thomas Ultican 11/16/2024 Another education study financed by Arnold
Ventures and the Walton Family Foundation blurs education reality. Their
2022 model...
Pointing Out The Parralles
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“Your friend professes belief yet I’m not convinced. What about you? Are
the gods real?” “They are real,” says I, “And you’re a prick.” ― Ferdia
Lennon, Gl...
A message from Quaker Meeting for Worship
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the branch of Society of Friends to which I belong is unprogrammed, we have
no designated ministers. Anyone who feels moved by the Spirit is free to
rise...
Trump and Education
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I do not believe American education is a top concern for Donald Trump. I do
believe that he could well turn it over to the likes of the Heritage
Foundation...
Don’t Obey In Advance
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Last week, I hopped off a bus and voted early. It was quick, convenient,
and came with two stickers: one for me and one for ...
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The post Don’t...
October’s Parent Engagement Resources
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"We need dads to make a difference not just in school, but in our
societies." – parenting coach Dion Chavis @NimahGobir 3 Strategies for
Encouraging Dads’ ...
Try Substack?
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Seems like the popular new thing. Here’s my first try – it’s about
yesterday’s UFT Retired Teachers Chapter meeting – first ever not run by
Unity. (Spoiler...
Number 18 — A barely-hanging-on Blogoversary
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Blogoversary #18 SEPTEMBER 14, 2006 I started this blog while I was still
teaching, in 2006. I had just begun my 31st year as an educator. Just like
in pre...
Student "Growth" Measures Are STILL Biased
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This caught my attention:
New Jersey school districts may soon be evaluated differently, *with a
greater emphasis on student growth* as compared to stud...
Time to Rein in Vouchers
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Universal voucher programs have, in many states led to substantial budget
stress (Baker, 2024;[1] Hager, 2024). Initial cost estimates in Florida
were that...
AIN’T IT AWFUL
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As the terrible feelings of dread and angst spread across the world the
great majority of the American people feel powerless before the onslaught
of those ...
15 Questions for the Candidates
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Those citizens who fantasize about defying tyranny from within fortified
compounds have never understood how liberty is actually threatened in a
modern bur...
We are making a CPESS documentary!
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In 2020, I was approached by Deborah Meier and Jane Andrais and I decided
we should document the story of Central Park East Secondary School (CPESS).
This ...
The Sky is Falling, or is it?
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Well, this is the first anniversary of the introduction of Generative AI in
the form of ChatGPT to the world of education. Before it was a week old,
over o...
Vote NO on the UFT Contract. Here is Why:
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The best reason to vote no on this contract is this: UFT Unity* lied* to us
in 2018. They misrepresented that contract. It was predicated on deals we
wer...
Metaphors in ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech
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In this article, we will explore the powerful use of metaphors in Martin
Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” ...
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Testimony to the CPS Truancy Task Force
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I prepared testimony for one of two public hearings held by the Chicago
Public Schools Truancy Task Force, a body mandated by state legislation.
The meetin...
Skin Deep
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She spends so much time on her outward appearance. There is never a hair
out of place. Her makeup is perfect and her clothes are stylish and match
to ...
There Is A Teacher Shortage.Not.
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THERE IS A TEACHER SHORTAGE. And just to be sure you understand, it’s not
that teachers don’t want to teach. It’s not that there aren’t enough
teachers cer...
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*Defeating the Purpose of Education*
*Updated: May 2024*
*Most people would agree that the primary purpose of education is to
prepare children for a good a...
THERE IS A TEACHER SHORTAGE. NOT!
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There is a teacher shortage.And just to be sure you understand, it's not
that teachers don't want to teach.It's not that there aren't enough
teachers certi...
Abortion: Only For Those Who Need It!
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NOTE: This post contains my opinions on Catholicism based on my experiences
as a child in the 1960's and 70's. Take what you like and leave the rest. I
m...
Book Banning Turns to Dick and Jane
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Breaking News: Dateline February 4, 2022 - Parents in Dimwitty, Alabama
have asked the Dimwitty Board of Education to ban the children's primer *Fun
with...
On the Edge of Silence
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“There is but one truly serious philosophical problem and that is suicide.
Judging whether life is or is not worth living amounts to answering the
fundamen...
Have You Heard Has a New Website
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TweetHave You Heard has a new website. Visit us at
www.haveyouheardpodcast.com to find our latest episodes and our entire
archive. And be sure to check out...
Follow me at Substack
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I've moved. Follow me at Substack
I'm now posting regularly at Substack. You can subscribe for free to my new
Edu/Pol blog at michaelklonsky.substack.com
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Aspiring Teachers Get New Help Paying For College
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[image: colorful classroom pattern]
*; Credit: shuoshu/Getty Images*
Cory Turner | NPR
New rules kick in today that will help aspiring teachers pay for c...
Tips Akses Situs Judi Qq Tanpa Perlu Takut Nawala
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Kegiatan berjudi slot melalui situs judi qq online, sekarang sudah
dilakukan oleh banyak penjudi Indonesia. Tentu, Kamu yang sedang membaca
artikel ini a...
GA run-offs need your help!
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Extremely important. Volunteer if you can. Thank you if you are already
doing so. Out of state opportunities here: Ralph …
Continue reading →
The Threat of Integration
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I have lived in the same house in the Miracle Mile section of Los Angeles
for over 30 years, where up until now I have had little or no interaction
with th...
We fight for a democracy worthy of us all!
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The nation stands at a crossroads, said NEA President Lily Eskelsen GarcÃa
in her final keynote address to the 2020 NEA Representative Assembly and
it’s up...
A Fundamental Redesign of Our Schools
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I climbed the hill leading up to one of my favorite coffee shops in Seattle
this morning to enjoy a coffee while taking in a phenomenal view of the
city o...
The Passing Of Chaz 1951-2020 Age 69
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I am the son of Chaz and like to inform you that he passed away this
afternoon from the COVID virus. My father passed in peace beside his loved
ones. We ar...
Thoughts on schooling in the era of COVID-19
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Well, a whole lot has changed since I returned to blogging a month and half
ago. In case you didn't notice, and I'm sure everyone reading this did,
there's...
NAEP scores and "the science of reading"
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*Sent to US News. They just informed me that they no longer publish
letters to the editor. *
*Re: “National reading emergency” November 12*
*[https://www...
2019 NAEP Scores: Achievement Gap or …?
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Here you go: A ‘Disturbing’ Assessment: Sagging Reading Scores,
Particularly for Eighth-Graders, Headline 2019’s Disappointing NAEP Results
NAEP 2019: Re...
Cara Menang Bermain Judi Bola Online
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Bermain judi bola online tentu saja memiliki kesenangannya tersendiri baik
itu mendapatkan keuntungan maupun ketika menantikan hasil skor pada sebuah
perta...
A Storm is Coming! (…again)
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A new Commissioner will have as much impact on our state ed system as a new
meteorologist will have on …
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The World According to Michelle Rhee
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The men behind the curtain fashioning the brave new world of corporate run
education in America! Michelle Rhee is the founder of StudentsFirst, The
New T...
Blockchain: Life on the Ledger
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Originally posted on Wrench in the Gears:
I created this video as a follow up to the one I prepared last year on
Social Impact Bonds. It is time to examine...
New Local Businesses in Sacramento
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Starting a new local business in Sacramento is a monumental task, but can
be accomplished with footwork, perseverance and knowledge. One must learn
the loc...
3rd Grade Reading: Who is Failing?
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Education Trust Midwest has just released its study on third grade reading
and, predictably, the results aren’t great. This study uniquely compares
Michiga...
Opting out of the Dinosaur (end of year test)
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Today I sent in a second letter to refuse PARCC/CMAS for my son, Luke. The
first email I sent at the beginning of the year was not sufficient as they
requi...
Resurrection
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I realized it's Lent, but this blog, bless Jesus Christ, can't wait.
Ok, so with that said, I plan to discuss Class Action suits in existence,
as well as w...
IDEA Is Still The Law Of The Land
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Unless you've been living under a rock, you know the US Department of
Education (USDOE) rescinded 72 Dear Colleague and other letters of
explanation to ...
Education Is a Civic Question
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In their final post to end Bridging Differences' decade-long run, Deborah
Meier and Harry Boyte urge readers to put the energy, talents, wisdom, and
hard w...
Site News: New Home for Education News & Commentary
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Quick! Get over there! The daily education news roundup and education
commentaries that you're probably looking for are now being published over
at The Gra...
An Open Letter to NC Lawmakers
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An Open Letter to NC State Lawmakers and NC State Superintendent Mark
Johnson: I am a NC native, voter, and public school teacher. I am
addressing you all ...
The Secret to Fixing Schools (My Next Bestseller)
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The Secret to Fixing Schools (My next bestseller) Prologue I just finished
watching a fascinating documentary on Netflix entitled, “The Secret”. The
film p...
Farewell, Sleep
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Today is the official last day of my spring break. I've done a scientific
survey: My natural bedtime is 2 AM, and my natural wake up time is 9:41
AM. Tom...
Capturing the Spark
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It’s been a long time since InterACT was an active education blog, though I
remain quite proud of what we did here. Those of us who wrote blog posts
here h...
Random Musings and Observations. . . .
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I’ve been gone a while from the blogging scene. Some of my more regular
readers no doubt noticed but did not hassle me about it. Thank you for
that. Sinc...
WTU Peterson Slate: Not a 1 Woman Dictatorship
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Candi Peterson & GeLynn Thompson
Candidates for WTU Prez & GVP 2016By Candi Peterson, WTU Gen. Vice President
*Statements or expressions of opinions herein...
MY NEW BLOG
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My new blog will consist of fictitious headlines, meant to be a blend of
humor and satire. I apologize ahead of time if any other satirical site has
simila...
Thank you
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Dear Readers,
Thank you for visiting *The Perimeter Primate*. This blog is being retired
for the time being. Although I no longer post here, I do still s...
I am Retiring
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I have some news: I am retiring from the PBS NewsHour and Learning Matters.
[[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other
conte...
Flaws at the Heart of Current Education Reforms
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Originally posted on Creative by Nature:
“Teaching is an art form rooted in the wise and careful use of educational
research and assessment tools. When gove...
The MAP Test
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Teachers will be voting this afternoon on the contract that has been
tentatively agreed upon. I am asking all teachers to not allow an
evaluation system th...
LETTER: Betsy DeVos to Senator Isakson on IDEA Enforcement | deutsch29 : LETTER: Betsy DeVos to Senator Isakson on IDEA Enforcement On January 28, 2017, Valerie Strauss posted a piece about a letter that Michigan billionaire and US ed sec nominee Betsy DeVos wrote to Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee member, Johnny Isakson (R-GA) regarding the Individuals with Disabili
Schott Foundation for Public Education : National Opportunity to Learn Campaign | Education Reform for Equity and Opportunity Center for Community Alternatives by psj / 24min CCA promotes reintegrative justice and a reduced reliance on incarceration through advocacy, services, and public policy development in pursuit of civil and human rights. http://www.communityalternatives.org https://www.face
The Network for Public Education calls for an immediate revocation of Trump’s selective ban on immigration. - Network For Public Education : The Network for Public Education calls for an immediate revocation of Trump’s selective ban on immigration. Kew Gardens, N.Y.–The Network for Public Education calls upon Donald Trump to immediately revoke his executive order that imposes a ban on immigration
Marie Corfield: An Easy Action To Protest #MuslimBan & Annoy #Trump : An Easy Action To Protest #MuslimBan & Annoy #Trump Even though Trump ordered the White House comment phone line disconnected , you can still make a phone call and register your complaint. How? Call one of his US hotels. Below is a list of all US Trump hotels and contact info. When you call, please remember your manners . The p
CURMUDGUCATION: OR: Protecting the Tests : OR: Protecting the Tests Oregon has a law-- House Bill 2713 -- that directs their Secretary of State to conduct an audit of "use of statewide summative assessment in public schools in this state." It's an audacious, wacky move-- don't just implement the Big Standardized Test, but actually check back and do some studies to see if it's a big waste of money
Trump's cruel, illegal refugee executive order - LA Times : Trump's cruel, illegal refugee executive order Thee new refugee policy announced by President Trump on Friday is unconstitutional and inhumane. It is also completely unnecessary as a way to protect the United States from terrorism. Trump’s executive order suspends the entry of refugees into the United States for 120 days. The order also
Betsy DeVos Faces Yet Another Massive Roadblock - Payoffs Uncovered (DETAILS) : Betsy DeVos Faces Yet Another Massive Roadblock – Payoffs Uncovered (DETAILS) Betsy DeVos may be facing another roadblock on her crusade to be education secretary. Democrats have been extremely outspoken about the conflicts of interest of Betsy DeVos, and her apparent lack of judgment. DeVos has been criticized widely
Look What You’ve Done – An Open Letter to My Mother | Seattle Education : Look What You’ve Done – An Open Letter to My Mother When you announced your plans, at your 70th birthday last summer, to vote for him, I patiently explained why a vote for Trump was a direct vote against the safety and well being of your only two grandchildren. You didn’t listen. You spouted rhetoric about how much you hate
CURMUDGUCATION: ICYMI: Has it only been a week edition (1/29) : ICYMI: Has it only been a week edition (1/29) It is really hard to keep a focus strictly on education these days, and yet tomorrow morning, those of us who teach will be headed back into our classrooms whether the world is burning or not. Media Consensus on Failing Schools Paved Way for DeVos Making the case that years of repeating t
U.S. Public Schools Are NOT Failing. They’re Among the Best in the World | gadflyonthewallblog : U.S. Public Schools Are NOT Failing. They’re Among the Best in the World Everyone knows U.S. public schools are failing. Just like everyone knows you should never wake sleepwalkers, bulls hate red and Napoleon was short. Wrong on all counts . Waking sleepwalkers will cause them no harm – in fact, they
Fair and Balanced Education and Journalism: On the Death of Democracy | radical eyes for equity : Fair and Balanced Education and Journalism: On the Death of Democracy Once I posted a reader for Trumplandia , based on the increased sales of George Orwell’s 1984 as well as the related thought pieces on important texts from Orwell and other writers, I was not surprised by the expected response call
This Week In Trump's 'Alternative Facts' : NPR : This Week In Trump's 'Alternative Facts' KXNG CROOKED – “Alternative Facts” | 2DOPEBOYZ - https://2dopeboyz.com/?p=398426 on @2DopeBoyz Less than 24 hours after White House press secretary had spouted numerous falsehoods about inauguration crowd size and more, Kellyanne Conway went on NBC's "Meet the Press" to defend him. In the process, the counse
School reform in Michigan: Fake solutions to real problems : School reform in Michigan: Fake solutions to real problems What do you do when you're a parent in this city struggling to find the best education available for your child? Stick with Detroit Public Schools Community District, which has been on a long, slow decline since the 1980s? Or take a chance on a charter school, which is too often
U.S. colleges rush to help students, scholars affected by Trump’s immigration order - The Washington Post : U.S. colleges rush to help students, scholars affected by Trump’s immigration order Protestors rally at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Saturday in New York City. President Trump signed an executive order that enacted a 90-day ban on refugees and immigrants from certain predominant
Russ on Reading: The Value of Student-Led Parent Conferences : The Value of Student-Led Parent Conferences I am indebted to my colleague, reader, and fellow blogger, Steven Zemelman, for this guest post. As a follow-up to my recent posts on the limits of grading, Steven looks at one very promising alternative to grades for student evaluation By Steven Zemelman Ina recent blog post, Russ wrote abo
The Best Videos For Learning About Civil Disobedience | Larry Ferlazzo’s Websites of the Day… : The Best Videos For Learning About Civil Disobedience Based on what has happened in our country over the past week, I thought that teachers and others might find this list useful. You might also be interested in The Best Sites For Learning About Protests In History . Share this: The Best Videos For Lea
Winter is still coming | Deconstructing Myths : Winter is still coming It’s been about 18 months since my last post, and in that time the land of GMO milk and honey has continued to curdle even further. I regret my self-imposed absence due to my law school studies and will do my best not to include words such as tortious interference or condition precedent in any subsequent posts. While I can’t p
Badass Teachers Association: A Tale Of Two Marches by Dr. Michael Flanagan : A Tale Of Two Marches by Dr. Michael Flanagan On Thursday night I went with some of my colleagues to Washington DC in order to meet with the staffs of Senator Sanders and Senator Hassan and advocate for public education. It is important in this time of upheaval in American politics to advocate for public school students.
Dignity for my Yemeni Students & the Inhumanity of Trump’s Anti-Muslim Immigration Ban | Critical Classrooms, Critical Kids : Dignity for my Yemeni Students & the Inhumanity of Trump’s Anti-Muslim Immigration Ban The majority of U.S. citizens do not support the current predator-in-chief .* He does not speak for us or represent our views. We condemn his racist and xenophobic actions , most recentl
Choosing Democracy: Trump Signs Executive Orders Calling For Deportations and Exclusions of Refugees : Trump Signs Executive Orders Calling For Deportations and Exclusions of Refugees “ First they came for the Communists, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a Communist. Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a Trade Unionist. Then they came for t
FAQ: The Trump Executive Order On Immigration : FAQ: The Trump Executive Order On Immigration FAQ: The Trump Executive Order on Immigration By: Joshua Adam Engel It is impossible to overate how bad Donald Trump’s Executive Order on Immigration is for America and the world. The Executive Order undermines some fundamental American Constitutional values and brings us closer to authoritarianism. The
Special Nite Cap: Catch Up on Today's Post 1/28/17 Featured Post The telling letter Betsy DeVos wrote to clarify her position on U.S. disabilities law - The Washington Post Hundreds of California teachers protest Trump's nominee for
