I don't mean agenda in a negative fashion. I think that, as Will alludes, schools now attempt to produce citizens -- but more than that -- they seek to produce healthy individuals. People who are given opportunities and a level … [Read more...]
Taxes: Pennies vs. dollars
With the possible exception of food, in each of these, there is a huge role for the state. And the state may be in a position to invest in such a way that you end up with more money in your pocket than if it did nothing. In other words, … [Read more...]
Goldberg backs New Bedford in defying MCAS (with poll!)
There's a bit of a firestorm brewing in New Bedford over the requirement that students pass the state MCAS exam as well as satisfying the school's other requirements before they can receive a high school diploma. The New Bedford … [Read more...]
America’s rags-to-riches dream an illusion
I just read a story, "America's rags-to-riches dream an illusion" on Yahoo from Reuters. The study they cited says that if you are born poor you will remain poor, if you are born rich you have a good chance of staying rich. No surprise … [Read more...]
Gabbin’ with Gabrieli — at length!
David asked first: Why run for governor? Gabrieli notes (as does Christy Mihos) that Massachusetts is 46th in job creation. To Gabrieli, the economy is not just a source of opportunity for individuals, but also allows government to expand … [Read more...]
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