LiberatED: San Francisco State University
SUMMARY San Francisco State University’s College of Ethnic Studies states that is “guided by these values in its journey towards liberation via self-determination and collectivism.” The…
WASHINGTON TIMES: ‘Ethnic Studies’ is Leftist Activism in Disguise
The assassination of Charlie Kirk has thrown into stark relief the escalating tensions around America’s culture wars, which are playing out in classrooms at the higher education and K-12…
LiberatED: University of Texas at El Paso
SUMMARY The University of Texas El Paso course includes content such as queer theory and whiteness. COURSES WS 3390: “Queering the Color Line”: Ethnic Studies…
Understanding Woke Jargon
Oftentimes the vocabulary used by school activists —and some educators themselves — is intentionally misleading and confusing. It can feel as if we are learning a new language! Words…
DAILY WIRE: The Public School Activist Pipeline: ‘A Joyous Rebellion’
During the summer months, educators across the country flock to professional development conferences, often on the taxpayers’ dime. These events are supposed to sharpen the instructional skills of teachers…
Oregon HS principal tells staff Charlie Kirk’s views are “not acceptable” in the wake of his assassination, email shows
Hood River Valley High School, part of the Hood River County School District in Oregon, drew attention after its principal allegedly emailed staff following Charlie Kirk’s death;…
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Defending Ed President Gives Written Statement for the House Committee On Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs
“Opening Doors to Opportunity: The Promise of Expanded School Choice andAlternatives to Four-Year College Degrees.” Dear Chairman Burlison, Ranking Member Frost, and distinguished members of…
Teachers’ Unions 101
Teachers’ unions were first formed in 1857 with the goal of gaining professional respect for teaching, improving pay for teachers, and advancing better working conditions in schools, all…