Dana Goldstein

Voters Poised to Reject Private School Vouchers in Three States

Democrats swept a school board election in Bucks County after Republicans instituted book bans and other changes. But the right-wing “parental rights” movement has left an indelible mark.

In Chicago, the mayor and the teachers’ union are tightly connected. The relationship has ushered in generous spending and led to political turmoil.

The university made a deal with pro-Palestinian students last spring to consider their demands if they ended a protest encampment. But the university board voted against divestment.

Both vice-presidential candidates say the government should spend more on child care, a rare point of agreement. But there are still major differences in how they talk about families and gender roles.

A survey of social studies teachers found that many find primary sources online for lesson plans. But a notable minority also rely on left-leaning materials, and a handful have turned to conservative options.

Donald Trump has argued he would use the department to further his priorities — or close it. But the agency has relatively limited power, and any plan to shutter it would face major hurdles.

Measures like a new alert system did not prevent a shooting, but did save lives, according to law enforcement officials.

Kamala Harris has been a longtime ally of teachers’ unions, even when their positions have divided the Democratic coalition.

Kamala Harris has been a longtime ally of teachers’ unions, even when their positions have divided the Democratic coalition.