Many White folks, especially Northern White liberals who voted for Obama, would argue they are not racist, even while they actively cause harm to Black fol
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Nowhere Is the Hypocrisy of Progressives More Apparent Than in Education
Two years ago, when I ran for mayor of Minneapolis I was somewhat naïve, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed about the possibility of mobilizing the White, progre
Read MoreThanks to the National Parents Union, I’m Fired Up and Ready to Fight for Better Schools
The racial demographics within traditional public schools in the U.S. are undoubtedly changing, and it’s two Latina parents living on opposite ends of the
Read MoreEveryone Progresses With a Progressive Platform, Except for Black and Brown Children.
I’ve had the chance to travel a lot in my work as an educator and activist, and frequently I find myself in what I call the “too-expensive-for-Black folks”
Read MoreI’ll Believe Chicago Is Progressive When We Close the Gaps for Black and Brown Kids
Shame on it all! In a new report, “The Secret Shame: How America’s Most Progressive Cities Betray Their Commitment to Educational Opportunities for All,” b
Read MoreNational Parents Union Emerges to Disrupt Education Conversation
When it comes to education news and policy, we are used to hearing about the involvement of a union. However, typically the unions only represent the teach
Read MoreWe Have to Get Education Right for Black Students and Families in 2020
I’m just going to get straight to the point. In 2020—and beyond—we have to get education right for Black students and families. Point blank and period. I d
Read MoreDemocrats, This Is Your Moment to Make Equity More Than a Slogan
Where do Democratic candidates stand on public education? After last month’s Forum on Education, we know that the candidates are committed to increasing th
Read MoreWe All Carry Implicit Biases. Christopher House Is Learning to See and Change Them.
Research shows that, as early as preschool, racial bias affects student learning. From a young age, we adults are treating children differently based on t
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