Brendan Lee: 'As conservative private institutions further entrench themselves in nationalism and religious sectarianism, I fear the outcome of these investments.'
In this Sept. 26, 1957, file photo, members of the 101st Airborne Division take up positions outside Central High School in Little Rock, Ark.The history of education in the United States can best be described as a story of social progress in the face of cultural, political and generational opposition.
To Popper, tribalism — or the mentality that excludes, discriminates or segregates individual groups based on race, religion, culture, class, etc. — is the ultimate opponent of progress towards an open and democratic society. Within this framework, education and social renewal can be either products of tribalism, or products that help society advance beyond tribalism. This is the story of American education and the context with which we find ourselves discussing education today.
Private education has a complicated history in its relationship to social progress. In the beginning, the ability to obtain a quality education was largely restricted to white wealthy families who could afford to send their children to private academies. The doors of learning were mostly shut to the poor and marginalized of society.
Similarly, when the doors of education were opened to formally enslaved Black Americans after the Civil War, white southerners resisted the idea of racially integrated public schools. To the dismay of Common School advocates, white parents pulled their children out of the fledgling state education system in the South and instituted a wave of private schools with, opening the door to a dual system of racially segregated schools across the country.
It wasn’t until the Nixon, Carter and Reagan administrations began threatening the tax exemption status of Bob Jones University, that private institutions began eliminating discriminatory admissions practices across the country.published by U.S. News
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
The Whale Producer Responds To Criticism Of Brendan Fraser's CastingThe Whale producer Jeremy Dawson responds to criticism of Brendan Fraser's casting in the film: 'We just want to be honest and truthful... [Darren Aronofsky] just wanted to find the best person who’s going to do this and do it in a respectful manner.'
Read more »
Oscars Nominees Luncheon Photos: Brendan Fraser, Tom Cruise, Michelle Yeoh, Michelle Williams, Ke Huy Quan & MoreThe always fun annual Oscar Nominees Luncheon today was a mix of veterans and awards-season newbies. There were multiple-time winners like Steven Spielberg, Roger Deakins, Jerry Bruckheimer and Jus…
Read more »
'The Whale' producer defends Brendan Fraser casting decision after critics torched film for 'fatphobia'Producer Richard Dawson responded to criticism for casting Brendan Fraser as Charlie in the 2022 drama 'The Whale,' in a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter.
Read more »
These first-time nominees are over 50, and their work is more vital than everJamie Lee Curtis, Brendan Fraser, Bill Nighy and Ke Huy Quan share advice, their dream roles and impactful career moments.
Read more »
Commentary: Making School Choice a Reality for Adams 14 FamiliesRemoving a roadblock to better education.
Read more »
‘Abbott Elementary’ star Sheryl Lee Ralph ready for her Super Bowl spotlight'We are watching the Sheryl Lee Ralph show,” R&B legend Babyface told reporters during Super Bowl week.
Read more »