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DeVos Threatened With Subpoena After Skipping Hearing to Campaign for Trump
DeVos was invited to testify last month about critical issues facing the Department of Education.
Most Schools Stifle Indigenous Youth. Standing Rock Offered a Different Vision.
In all corners of camp, thousands of ordinary people became committed protectors, emboldened with collective confidence.
Biden’s Flip-Flop on Free Higher Education Exposes His Hypocrisy
Biden used to want to make college accessible to all; then he became a high-priced speaker at college campuses.
To Cancel Student Debt, You Don’t Need Congress
All of the 2020 candidates should commit to using executive action to bring immediate relief to student borrowers.
Why Some Public Universities Get to Keep Their Donors Secret
Public universities remain susceptible to pressure from the wealthy without more transparency around donor foundations.
Upcoming SCOTUS Ruling Could Starve Public Schools in Favor of Religious Ones
Detractors argue that the ruling could result in a mandate for religious voucher programs in every state.
As Tensions With Iran Escalate, It Is Time to Challenge Empire in the Classroom
Schools must not continue spreading the ahistorical narratives of empire that promote endless wars.
School Closures Can Hit Rural Communities Hard
Closing schools in these communities can lead to significant job losses and a decline in students' academic performance.
College Presidents Aren’t Who We Should Consult About Free Higher Education
Given their self-interest, those with power might be the worst people to ask about transformative policies.
Rojava’s Revolution Begins in the Classroom
Rojava’s education system is built around curriculum promoting gender equality, ecology and social inclusivity.