Tag Archives: education
Are we really supposed to feel sorry for New Jersey teachers?
In a contentious exchange with Gov. Chris Christie, NJ teacher Rita Wilson whined about the governor’s proposed cuts in teacher benefits. In a word… “Waa.” by Michael Naragon After seeing this video, many people are coming out against the statements … Continue reading
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Unreal: California school board calls the words of the Declaration “offensive”
How much more fruity and nutty can the Left Coast get? by Michael Naragon As a social studies teacher, this one strikes close to home. On my classroom walls, I have several quotes from figures we study in my various … Continue reading
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A Response to the G.O.P.: Get Back to the Basics Or Get Out
The Republican Party, in an attempt to appear concerned with the opinions of their base, sent out a questionnaire about the Obama agenda. I would like to offer up my annotated responses. by Michael Naragon The G.O.P. has taken a … Continue reading
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Government educated and clueless… is that a redundancy in 2009?
As yet another exhibit in the ongoing argument against government education, I offer this video which was sent to me by one of my students. by Michael Naragon Two points. First, this partially explains why California is bankrupt. Second, you … Continue reading
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Study: Students aren’t being taught civics. Surprised?
The Goldwater Institute hired an independent firm to conduct a survey among Arizona eighth graders. The results are sad, but expected. The next wave of liberal voters is on the way. by Michael Naragon Among the questions asked by the … Continue reading
The Five Greatest Americans? You might be surprised…
In 2008, two thousand high school students across the country were asked to name the greatest Americans, excluding presidents and presidents’ wives. Their selections reflect our educational system’s priority on minority and women’s studies. by Michael Naragon While sitting in … Continue reading
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Advanced Placement? Try Affirmative Action.
AP courses are offered at nearly every major high school in the country, giving students a chance to earn college credit. What the students do not realize is that they’re being prepped for life in a politically correct America. by … Continue reading
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Obama’s “New Foundation” is already crumbling.
Obama seeks to recreate the slogan-based, far-reaching national programs of Franklin Roosevelt and Lyndon Johnson with his “New Foundation.” God, help us. by Michael Naragon “The state of our economy calls for action, bold and swift,” the president stated in … Continue reading
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