Four Ways to Fix Washington State’s Foster Care System
Today, many foster parents report burnout and a feeling that they are not adequately supported, but we can change that.
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Fueling the Dreams of the Undocumented
Amid 2016’s charged debate over immigration policies, Californian lawmakers have granted many rights to the undocumented.
How to Make Transparency Reports Better
Transparency reports will become the primary insight into the use (or abuse) of powerful surveillance tools.
Repeal the AUMF
The 2001 law that allowed Bush to invade Afghanistan would give Trump unlimited powers in his military actions against ISIS.
Teacher Perspectives on the Best Instructional Models for DLLs
What do teachers believe is the best instructional model for DLLs? A new study reveals that it depends on students’ language skills.
The Internet Law That Explains Why 2016 Was So Terrible
When sincere online extremism is indistinguishable from satire, ‘just trolling’ excuses contribute to the normalization of outright lies.
What Cuomo’s Plan Tells Us About the Future of Free College
The announcement from New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is a key sign that the fight for free college tuition may be going local.
Without the West Africa Outbreak, There Would be No Ebola Vaccine
The recent Ebola epidemic underscored the interconnectedness of global public health.
Education Agenda 2017
New America’s Education Policy Program sets 10 priorities for state leaders, the new Administration, and Congress
Spotlight on Newburgh: How State Reform for English Learners is Taking Root in New York
In light of new state rules, local leaders in Newburgh City, New York are innovating to better serve multilingual learners.