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David McCullough on American history and values
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David McCullough says we've become a nation of spectators, and need to remember that there are actually four branches of government: the judiciary, the congress, the president and the people.
Minnesota schools say student support grants paying off
Seventy-seven schools around Minnesota hired social workers, psychologists and other non-teaching staff this year with $12 million in state grants. Districts that received grants say they've seen a big impact on meeting student needs.
Aspen Ideas Festival: Norman Lear and Khizr Khan on American values and the Constitution
Television producer Norman Lear bought a version of the Declaration of Independence and toured it around the country to promote American values. Khizr Khan is an American citizen from Pakistan who says we must always stay true to the rights and privileges outlined in our Constitution.
School vouchers get a new report card
New research provides the first hard look at the nation's largest, single statewide voucher program and its impact on students.
What has changed since it was implemented?
Dr. Mae Jemison on the need for science literacy
Physician, astronaut and engineer Dr. Mae Jemison says everybody needs to be "science literate" to think their way through the day, and be a contributing member of society.
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel at the National Press Club
A former chief aide to President Obama, Rahm Emanuel has been Chicago mayor since 2011. He speaks about all the problems facing America's big cities, and suggest ways to solve these problems.
Harvard students' ouster over offensive posts stirs debate
Harvard University's decision to rescind admission offers to 10 incoming freshmen because of offensive Facebook posts comes at a time of heightened attention to free speech and student conduct on U.S. college campuses.