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An Examination of the Commonwealth Rainy Day Fund
/in Blog, Blog: Better Government, Blog: Economy, Blog: Transparency /by Peter MentekidisEstablished in 1987, the Commonwealth Stabilization Fund has been a key component of the financial stability of Massachusetts. As of recently, it’s seen spectacular growth. Why?
Local Elections Matter: City Governance Driven by Those Who Show Up
/in Featured, Podcast Hubwonk /by Editorial StaffJoe Selvaggi talks with Suffolk County Assistant District Attorney and candidate for Boston City Council’s 8th District Montez Haywood about the city council’s role in local governance and the salient issues at stake in the July 25 special election.
University Presidents Salary Comparison, Pt. 1
/in Blog: Education, Higher Education /by Teddy WynnSee how much each president of a New England public university makes.
U.S. History and Civics Education: Lacking Standards, Little Knowledge
/in Blog: Education, Blog: US History /by Sarah DelanoAccording to both the NAEP U.S. history and civics test results and a national survey emulating a U.S. citizenship test, students and citizens in America are largely lacking the mastery of the subjects. At a time when history and civics education is highly politicized, we must improve their education to ensure future generations of capable citizens.
Pulitzer Winner Tamara Payne on the Life and Legacy of Malcolm X
/in Featured, Learning Curve, Podcast /by Editorial StaffThis week on The Learning Curve, guest cohosts Alisha Searcy and Mariam Memarsadeghi interview Tamara Payne, award-winning biographer, about Malcolm X. They delve into his early life, rise in the Nation of Islam, civil rights movement involvement, pilgrimage, assassination, and ongoing legacy debate. Ms. Payne concludes with a reading from her book.