- New research shows that an endorsement from a local teachers’ union can boost a school board candidate’s likelihood of winning by up to 20 percentage points, due in large part to the popular belief that teacher approval signals competence in improving schools. —The 74
- This election’s focus on the “working-class” voter oversimplifies the American electorate by falsely equating three definitions of “working-class” that actually characterize distinct groups: the lack of a four-year college degree, “blue collar” jobs, and union membership. —Michael Hartney and Vladimir Kogan, The Hill
- With colleges under pressure to increase graduation rates and professors under pressure to earn positive student evaluations, grade inflation is becoming more common in higher education, making some employers hesitant about hiring recent college graduates. —Karin Klein, Los Angeles Times
