by David Safier The headline quote sounds like something I might write, but it actually comes from today's Republic editorial: Putting it politely, the Arizona Legislature is no friend of public education. Once, there was enough support and gubernatorial leadership to fund all-day kindergarten. But supporters lost elections. When gaping budget deficits developed, those who … Read more
by David Safier This is the fourth in the series of quotes I pulled from Huppenthal's appearance at the Tucson Ed Supe forum a week ago Thursday, along with my analysis and commentary. I've held off on this one because I was hoping to solve, Agatha Cristie style, The Mystery of the Disappearing Lab Class … Read more
by David Safier I posted about an ASU study which is heavily critical — and damning if accurate — of Jay Greene's report for G.I. saying administrative costs at universities have soared. I suggested if Greene has any integrity and wants to keep his credibility as a scholar, he needs to answer the criticism directly … Read more
by David Safier "People need to help themselves," says Vic Williams (R, LD-26). Sounds good. Pull yourself up by your bootstraps. Seize the opportunities that are out there instead of expecting someone to give you a handout. That's Williams' comment in support of Prop 107, the vile proposition that would wipe out programs trying to … Read more
by David Safier I want to begin with a note addressed to Jay Greene: Jay, it’s time to put your academic mettle to the test. Address the criticisms of your recent study for the Goldwater Institute on skyrocketing administrative costs at universities by answering the criticisms in a genuine, scholarly fashion. Better yet, submit the … Read more