The same Congress that can't be trusted to run a bank, a restaurant or a post office, whose most powerful member is on the verge of being indicted, wants to take over the entire U.S. school system as well as the entire health industry. While the … [Read more...] about Federal Grab for Control of Education
How the Schools Produce Juvenile Delinquents
Study after study of adolescents at correctional institutions has shown that the one thing they have in common is that they cannot-read. With a research grant funded by the U.S. Department of Justice, Michael Brunner set out to determine if the … [Read more...] about How the Schools Produce Juvenile Delinquents
Public Opinion is Shifting About Health Care
The little boy finally said the emperor has no clothes. Republicans have been mumbling for months that the Clinton health care plan will require big tax increases, but now the powerful chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, Dan Rostenkowski, … [Read more...] about Public Opinion is Shifting About Health Care
Big Brother Education, 1994 — May 1994
Colleges Should Display Warning Labels
Based on my visits to hundreds of college campuses, I believe that all colleges should be subject to Truth in Labeling requirements and should carry warning labels to advise teenagers what they are getting into. It takes extraordinary smarts, … [Read more...] about Colleges Should Display Warning Labels
Education Reporter — April 1994
Senator Grassley Scores Victory for Parents
Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) delivered a stunning victory for parents with the signing into law of his Parental Rights Restoration Amendment to Goals 2000. His amendment simplifies and puts teeth into the existing Protection of Pupil Rights … [Read more...] about Senator Grassley Scores Victory for Parents
False Memory Syndrome Plays in Politics, Too
False Memory Syndrome afflicts the liberal media, not merely individuals. This peculiar phenomenon, sometimes known as "recovered memory," occurs when someone suddenly starts to "remember" lurid events of bygone years. The events never really … [Read more...] about False Memory Syndrome Plays in Politics, Too
Memo to Republicans Who Hope to Win Elections
Wake up, Republicans in Congress, and feel the tide rolling across grassroots America. The tide is rushing against government controlled health care, and you have two options. Step out in front and act like you are leading this sea change in public … [Read more...] about Memo to Republicans Who Hope to Win Elections