The momentous democratic revolt sweeping the Arab World has captured the interest and imagination of millions. The energy and courage of the participants has inspired movements in other parts of the world, including in our own Wisconsin— with the fight against the governor’s attacks on public sector workers.
Guest Editorials
Why care about Arab Revolt?
- Tuesday, 08 March 2011 15:37
- Bill Fletcher, Jr.
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Celebrating Black History Month
- Tuesday, 08 March 2011 15:34
- Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr
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The importance of knowing history is to learn from it. We remember to thank historian Carter G. Woodson for first establishing Black History Week as a a“celebration” of African American achievement back in 1926. During the years we have come to celebrate Black History Month in the month of February not only in America, but also throughout the world.
Egypt and the Future of Africa
- Tuesday, 08 March 2011 15:32
- Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr
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The cry for change and freedom across Egypt sheds a prophetic light on the future of the entire continent of Africa.
Remembering Sargent Shriver
- Tuesday, 08 March 2011 15:30
- Editors
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When Sargent Shriver passed away on January 18, 2011 at age 95, we lost a man whose life’s work improved the lives of millions of people around the world. He was sometimes best known for being a famous “in-law.”
Attacking the Achievement Gap
- Tuesday, 08 March 2011 15:28
- Kevin M. Maxwell, Ph.D.
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When I became Superintendent in 2006, the top priority for our school system was unquestionably to eliminate the achievement gap. In fact, I stated emphatically in my first budget address to the board that I believed we would be the first school system in the state to do so.