Reimagining American Muslim Narratives
The key to moving narratives of American Muslims beyond the 9/11 paradigm lies in highlighting stories that show the community’s diversity.
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The End of Slacktivism?
An investigation into how social media-born activism has grown some teeth.
Interview: Painting the ESSA Canvas with Comprehensive Educator Learning Systems
Learning Forward's Janice Poda and Melinda George Provide Their "Big Idea" for States on Educator Learning Systems in ESSA Plans
Senate Votes to Kill Innovative State Retirement Savings Plans
The Senate strikes down a automatic-enrollment retirement savings plans to workers who are not covered by their employers.
Congress Continues Apprenticeship Momentum
Congress looks to continue new funding to states and intermediaries to make it easier for employers to get in the apprenticeship game.
Looking Before They Leap: How ESSA Can Help Students Transition
ESSA empowers districts and schools to take steps to smooth the transition between pre-K and kindergarten
Off Limits: More to Learn Before Congress Allows Colleges to Restrict Student Borrowing
OTI’s Reform Priorities for Section 702 of the FISA Amendments Act
Congress has until December 31 to renew the FISA Amendments Act or it will expire.
The Outsized Role of Parent Contributions in Elementary School Finance
A new report from the Center for American Progress explains how private PTA donations further exacerbate inequity.
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Police play an indispensable role in our society. But the responsibility for keeping them accountable may lay with us, the people.
Net Neutrality Wins Again in Federal Court
The ball is now in Chairman Pai's court.
Section 702 vs. Traditional FISA vs. Criminal Wiretap Warrants
A chart comparing Section 702 vs. Traditional FISA vs. Criminal Wiretap Warrants
OTI Applauds End to NSA “About Collection,” Urges Statutory Reform of Section 702
Today, the New York Times reported that the NSA is halting its collection of communications “about” its targets under Section 702.
After Emotional Debate, Texas House Tentatively Passes ‘Sanctuary’ Legislation
The vote came after one of the slowest-moving but most emotional legislative days at the state Capitol.