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A couple thoughts on the new NAEP scores:
-they don't tell us much more than we already knew in January from the data we got then (see link)
-reminder that NAEP scores come from students in public, private, and charter schools but will be used primarily to bash public schools
-they don't tell us much more than we already knew in January from the data we got then (see link)
-reminder that NAEP scores come from students in public, private, and charter schools but will be used primarily to bash public schools
Nearly 5 years after schools closed, the nation gets a new report card
There's some good news in math, mostly bad news in reading and lots of questions about why students are still struggling.
www.npr.org
September 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
A couple thoughts on the new NAEP scores:
-they don't tell us much more than we already knew in January from the data we got then (see link)
-reminder that NAEP scores come from students in public, private, and charter schools but will be used primarily to bash public schools
-they don't tell us much more than we already knew in January from the data we got then (see link)
-reminder that NAEP scores come from students in public, private, and charter schools but will be used primarily to bash public schools
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More Americans than ever get their news from social media. This is dangerous—but also an opportunity, argues Jessica Yellin.
The Awkward Adolescence of a Media Revolution
Truth is still alive on social media—but it’s not yet easy enough to find.
bit.ly
August 13, 2025 at 11:08 PM
More Americans than ever get their news from social media. This is dangerous—but also an opportunity, argues Jessica Yellin.
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With the release of new harrowing footage of the tragedy, this statement bears repeating: The Uvalde massacre could have been prevented.
While the disastrous police response deserves scrutiny, so does another side of the horrific tragedy: how the shooter was able to obtain an AR-15.
While the disastrous police response deserves scrutiny, so does another side of the horrific tragedy: how the shooter was able to obtain an AR-15.
The Uvalde school massacre could have been prevented
The disastrous police response demands further scrutiny—and so does another side of the horrific tragedy.
www.motherjones.com
August 14, 2025 at 12:19 AM
With the release of new harrowing footage of the tragedy, this statement bears repeating: The Uvalde massacre could have been prevented.
While the disastrous police response deserves scrutiny, so does another side of the horrific tragedy: how the shooter was able to obtain an AR-15.
While the disastrous police response deserves scrutiny, so does another side of the horrific tragedy: how the shooter was able to obtain an AR-15.
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This
My take is that senior officers are completely unprepared for this moment.
When demo is healthy, there is little tension btw adhering to civilian control & serving democracy
Faced w/ the manifest clash in principles these missions present, they are doing what's familiar--following orders.1/
When demo is healthy, there is little tension btw adhering to civilian control & serving democracy
Faced w/ the manifest clash in principles these missions present, they are doing what's familiar--following orders.1/
What's a MAJ supposed to do when they watch GOFOs and COLs do nothing and say nothing about what went down with LA, the parade, Bragg, and criticism of MoH recipients?
There's no top cover, no leadership, no hard convos. Just abdication and servility from the top creating difficulties on down.
There's no top cover, no leadership, no hard convos. Just abdication and servility from the top creating difficulties on down.
August 13, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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I am begging y'all to stop calling the militarization of a major city a "distraction".
If *YOU* would rather think about Epstein--- and not about the forced mass displacement of human beings--- then just say that.
If *YOU* would rather think about Epstein--- and not about the forced mass displacement of human beings--- then just say that.
He’s going to take over DC to avoid talking about Epstein.
August 11, 2025 at 1:40 PM
I am begging y'all to stop calling the militarization of a major city a "distraction".
If *YOU* would rather think about Epstein--- and not about the forced mass displacement of human beings--- then just say that.
If *YOU* would rather think about Epstein--- and not about the forced mass displacement of human beings--- then just say that.
40 miles through the Colorado National Monument. Such a gorgeous ride.
August 10, 2025 at 10:36 PM
40 miles through the Colorado National Monument. Such a gorgeous ride.
If you're ever in the Bay Area when these folks are playing, go see them (they are not on Bluesky, yet!).
www.instagram.com/comradelover...
www.instagram.com/comradelover...
August 7, 2025 at 11:16 PM
If you're ever in the Bay Area when these folks are playing, go see them (they are not on Bluesky, yet!).
www.instagram.com/comradelover...
www.instagram.com/comradelover...
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They don't even try to hide their abhorrent behavior.
GOP Gov. Candidate Sparks Outrage After Posting Selfie Touting Auschwitz As His '0% Unemployment Plan'
Not even trying to hide it.
www.comicsands.com
August 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
They don't even try to hide their abhorrent behavior.
Colorado Sen. Michael Bennet seems to have found a spine. I hope more Democrats join him and Al Greene.
www.npr.org/2025/03/20/g...
www.npr.org/2025/03/20/g...
Colorado senator on Schumer: 'It's important for people to know when it's time to go'
Colorado Democratic Sen. Michael Bennet stopped short Wednesday of calling on Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to step down from leadership, but came pretty darn close.
www.npr.org
March 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Colorado Sen. Michael Bennet seems to have found a spine. I hope more Democrats join him and Al Greene.
www.npr.org/2025/03/20/g...
www.npr.org/2025/03/20/g...
Gorgeous day for a ride.
March 16, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Gorgeous day for a ride.
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The Texas Democrat stood, shouting, as the president addressed a joint session of Congress. After refusing to retake his seat, Speaker Mike Johnson ordered Rep. Green removed from the chamber.
Rep. Al Green shouts Trump has 'no mandate' before being removed from House chamber
The Texas Democrat stood, shouting, as the president addressed a joint session of Congress. After refusing to retake his seat, Speaker Mike Johnson ordered Rep. Green removed from the chamber.
www.npr.org
March 5, 2025 at 3:03 AM
The Texas Democrat stood, shouting, as the president addressed a joint session of Congress. After refusing to retake his seat, Speaker Mike Johnson ordered Rep. Green removed from the chamber.
