Bullying affects more than report cards
Bullying can affect more than academic performance, though its effects there have been documented. It can lead to suicide if not addressed.
Social Studies
Can the president destroy a law?
Pres Trump promised Wednesday to "destroy" the Johnson Amendment which prohibits tax-exempt organizations from endorsing or opposing political candidates.
Young girls more likely to think men are ‘brilliant’
When they turn about 6, young girls are more likely to attribute "brilliance" to men than to women, a divide not seen in young boys.
It’s fact more than culture in ‘the talk’
In talking with their kids about sex in the US, African immigrants tend to rely more on fact than culture, esp. those with more education.
We can spot downsizing but not supersizing
Any time a company or restaurant reduces the portion size, we complain loudly, but not about supersizing. In fact, we don't even notice itl as much.
Trump bars certain immigrants
Pres. Trump ordered immigration policies that will mostly end the US refugee program and carry out "extreme vetting" on "radical Islamic terrorists."
Money doesn’t grow on trees. Fruit does.
President Trump proposed and then pulled back off a 20% tariff on goods produced in Mexico. It would have changed a lot and might not have worked.
Swastikas, antisemitic graffiti in Ohio, IL, Md.
Police are investigating possible hate crimes in the most recent week across America, mostly involving President Trump's name and swastikas.
Trump orders the building of a border wall
President Trump hopes to make quick work of some campaign promises, including building a wall along our border with Mexico.
Fla. court won’t hear voucher case
FL's Supreme Court won't hear a case that teachers' unions say would challenge the constitutionality of private school voucher programs.