Trump repeats pledge to shutter US Dept. of Ed. By Paul Katula • Aug 14, 2024 We've heard it before, but rumors about the demise of the US Education Dept. have been greatly exaggerated.
Trump says he’ll defund schools that require vaccines By Paul Katula • Aug 7, 2024 Trump renews his anti-vaxxer position, but his language brings a new push for the elimination of federal funding of public schools.
A would-be voter sides with Kamala Harris By Paul Katula • Jul 29, 2024 A rising senior from the far-west Chicago suburbs weighs in on the likely nomination of Kamala Harris for president.
How old is too old? a student asks By Paul Katula • Jul 15, 2024 Wondering if either Pres Biden or former Pres Trump might be too old for a 2nd term, a new young voter looks deeply at the question.
Assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump By Paul Katula • Jul 14, 2024 It's time to cool down political rhetoric and do some soul-searching as a nation, following events at a political rally in Pennsylvania.
Project 2025, Agenda 47, & the Republicans By Paul Katula • Jul 12, 2024 A manifesto known as Project 2025 calls for eliminating the US Dept of Education and other agencies, DEI programs, etc.
Florida balances optimism after the riots By Paul Katula • Jan 16, 2021 Student newspaper are flooded with opinions about what happened at the US Capitol on Jan. 6, but a few in Fla. feature insightful reporting.
Trump impeached — again By Paul Katula • Jan 13, 2021 A handful of student newspapers have been quick to enter opinions and editorials on the president's 2nd impeachment.
Wash. Mon. closed; fears of violence in 50 states By Paul Katula • Jan 11, 2021 IL students continue to write about the events at the US Capitol Wednesday. State governments get ready for more.
Student news roundup: Assault on US Capitol By Paul Katula • Jan 8, 2021 Students and schools in the US have been affected by the riots at the US Capitol Wednesday, and they have much to say about it.