EDUCATION POLICIES, ANALYSIS, AND RESOURCES
The Education Domain tracks and reports on policies that deal with school choice, student loans, curriculum reform efforts, teacher unions, students with disabilities, affirmative action, minority students, vocational training and higher education. This domain tracks policies emanating from the White House, the Department of Education and state legislatures.
Latest Education Posts
The Uncertainty of the Student Loan Crisis in the Age of Trump
The student loan crisis, a pressing issue under former President Biden, has entered a phase of uncertainty with President Trump back in office. Biden’s initiatives, including forgiving $188.8 billion in student loans and easing repayment with the SAVE plan, are now at risk as the Trump administration signals a potential rollback of these measures. With proposals to dismantle programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness and the Department of Education itself, the future of student debt relief hangs in the balance. Trump’s track record suggests prioritizing the wealthy over supporting struggling borrowers. Can America afford to overlook the needs of millions saddled with debt?
The Fallacy of School Choice
Though touted as a way to empower families, school choice policies often widen the gap between wealthy and disadvantaged communities, leaving public schools underfunded and many children underserved. Instead of fixing the education system, these measures risk creating a fragmented system where only a privileged few benefit, while the majority are left behind.
Trump and Vance Fail to Offer Solutions to School Violence
Trump and Vance Fail to Offer Solutions to School Violence Education Policy Brief #196 | By: Evan Wechman | December 28, 2024 Photo by Jose Alonso on Unsplash __________________________________ Policy Summary: The conversation about school shootings has recently been...
Transgender Students Need Protection from Trump’s Assault on Title IX
Transgender Students Need Protection from Trump’s Assault on Title IX Education Policy Brief #196 | By: Evan Wechman | December 21, 2024 Photo by Katie Rainbow 🏳️🌈 __________________________________ Policy Summary: With President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration...
The Dangerous Future of the Department of Education
The Dangerous Future of the Department of Education Education Policy Brief #95 | By: Evan Wechman | December 08, 2024 Photo by Pixabay __________________________________ Policy Summary: With President-elect Donald Trump preparing to make radical changes from United...
Reflections on School Shootings from an Educator
In the wake of yet another tragic school shooting, educator Rudy Lurz revisits his 2018 reflections on the ineffectiveness of current political proposals to prevent future massacres. With personal insights and a breakdown of both Republican and Democratic approaches, Lurz challenges readers to confront the harsh reality that no simple solution exists.
Guarding Young Minds: The Call for Social Media Warning Labels and Its Implications
Brief #93 – Education Policy Brief
by: Inijah Quadri
In an era dominated by digital platforms, social media has become a central part of daily life, not just for adults but significantly for children and youth.
The Effect of Unpaid Student Loans on the Economy
Brief #92 – Education Policy Brief
by: Arvind Salem
Explore the economic ramifications of unpaid student loans amid the backdrop of the CARES Act and subsequent policy measures enacted by Presidents Trump and Biden. Delve into the complexities of student loan forgiveness proposals, legal challenges, and the efficacy of existing relief programs like the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) initiative.
A Better Path to Repaying Student Loan Debt
Brief #91 – Education Policy Brief
by: Rudolph Lurz
President Biden’s approach to student loan forgiveness, initially marked by a broad cancellation proposal, has evolved towards expanding the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and implementing income-driven repayment plans. This shift aligns more closely with traditional Democratic values and offers a more sustainable solution for managing student debt.