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“Math is power.” This article from The New York Times reminds us that math literacy is essential not just in the classroom, but in civic life. From voting systems to data-driven policies, math empowers individuals to engage meaningfully with issues that affect us all. Let’s ensure all NYC students have the math skills to fully participate in our democracy. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/dMmMytM4

In today's issue we discuss attacks on public media, libraries and -- still -- top research universities. All are places where people acquire knowledge, something authoritarians aren't wild about. Read about why claims of bias are difficult to refute, see our summer and fall programs and take in some state-based news on democracy-disrupting #disinformation as well. Follow our page for more and let us know what you think! https://lnkd.in/emJr4K6x

Equity initiatives fail because we prefer discussing equity rather than truly embodying it. 🤦🏿♂️ 📰 News flash: equity and deficit ideology can’t exist together ‼️ If this election has taught us anything, it’s that we don’t have time. ⏰ There must be an urgency to our pursuit and embodiment of equity. Check out my latest blog post on the subject. ✍🏿 🔗:

NEW from U.S. News & World Report Ideas & Opinions ~ What Trump and Harris Could Learn From High School Debaters The first rule of Debate Club is...no pundits. High school senior William Tang has some tips for scoring tonight's debate #USNews #Opinion #debatenight #Debate2024

ICYMI: X and Rumble had a huge win this week. The Global Alliance for Responsible Media has been disbanded. Disclaimer: This content is in part for educational purposes. I unequivocally denounce any form of violence, hate, harassment, or bullying. This page does not endorse or promote dangerous acts, organizations, or any forms of violence. In accordance with the 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, this content is made available for "fair use" purposes, including criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research.

The Legalization of Commercial Traffic: A Historic Event in Human History In 1991, a monumental event occurred with the legalization of commercial traffic on the internet. Discover the significance of this event and its impact on the modern world. #CommercialTrafficLegalization #InternetHistory #DigitalRevolution #1991Event #InternetImpact #ModernWorld #InternetCommercialTraffic #DigitalTransformation #InternetRevolution #TechAdvancements

In The Laws of Connection, David Robson does two important things: he takes us through the fascinating science behind the effects of social connection and he unpacks the research that shows that we are all better at being social than we might think. Find out more here: https://ow.ly/Uo5050TT8gB

In April 2023, over 1,000 graduate students at Syracuse University made history by forming the first student-led labor union at the university. A year later, they've won their first contract. They've also caught the attention of other university workers who've been inspired to organize their own unions. If the two groups currently organizing are successful about half of Syracuse University's workforce will be unionized. My latest story for Syracuse.com explores the increase of union organizing at Syracuse University and reports on the experience of organizing workers and what they're advocating for. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eUYgEMyc