Reading AZVA Tea Leaves

by David Safier People at Arizona Virtual Academy and K12 Inc. have read everything I’ve written about AZVA and other K12 schools outsourcing student papers to India. I’m virtually certain of that. But since my two conversations three weeks ago with Mary Gifford, a regional vice president for K12 Inc., no one in the organization … Read more

An Explanation of the AZVA Outsourcing Process

by David Safier NOTE: I’m cautious by nature, so I won’t state that I know something with absolute certainty unless I’m absolutely certain. Having said that, based on the research I’ve done and the data I have in my possession, I can say I have a great deal of confidence in the accuracy of everything … Read more

McCain Ranch: Home Problems, Cappuccino Solutions

by David Safier Everybody’s talking about how McCain can’t remember how many homes he has. He hunkered down with his advisors at the McCain Ranch, but the press doesn’t have inside access like me. Here’s the best they could do: McCain, who huddled with advisors at his desert compound in Sedona, Ariz., said nothing in … Read more

The “Widows and Orphans” Approach to Vouchers

by David Safier Conservative Arizona Republicans have been pounding the media with stories about $5 million in vouchers that were taken away in the recently passed state budget. They freaked. “The money is to help disabled and foster children!” they screamed. “Why do you hate disabled and foster children? Did I mention these children are … Read more

An Oldie But a Goodie from the McCain Ranch

by David Safier Just awhile back, on July 5, we saw John saddle up from his ranch and head out for some of his other spreads. Seems like his memory has slipped a mite since then. Today he can’t quite recall how many he’s got. I have to admit, sometimes it’s tough to keep all … Read more