September 23, 2026

Implications of Losing Tax-Exempt Status for Private Schools

Private schools are facing a potentially severe challenge as the Treasury Department suggests revoking tax-exempt status for those that consider race in admissions or scholarships. This directive, announced recently, appears as a direct effort to combat discriminatory practices in these institutions. While it might look like a routine enforcement action, the consequences of implementing such […]

September 22, 2026

Debunking the ‘Trust the Experts’ Mantra in School Library Policies

If your child comes home with library books that seem inappropriate for their age, it’s natural to seek answers from the school. But what happens when parental concerns are dismissed outright? For years, questioning library books has led to accusations of being a ‘book-banner.’ This response is often backed by the American Library Association (ALA), […]

September 21, 2026

Research Funding and Political Agendas

Democracy Dies in Darkness Every college and university should emphatically agree on one critical issue. The government of the United States should never link research funding to compliance with any political agenda proposed by an administration. On 21 September 2026, at 1:23 a.m. EDT, the situation became more pressing. Recently, the dynamics between politics and […]

September 21, 2026

Value of Tuition Dollars: Expectations from Universities

Families are justified in their expectations that universities manage every tuition dollar with the same diligence they apply to their own financial affairs. Every autumn, countless U.S. parents and caregivers make significant sacrifices to finance a child’s college education. They undertake extra work hours, delay retirement plans, incur debt, or prioritize spending because they trust […]

September 21, 2026

The Critical Stand Against Political Influence on Research Funding

Every institution of higher learning should unite on a crucial topic: the United States government must not tie research funding to any administration’s political goals. Last year, the Trump administration presented a proposal to nine leading universities in the country. The offer required these institutions to either sign a detailed 10-page agreement in alignment with […]

September 21, 2026

Pandemic Relief Funds Used for Anti-Racism Training in Albuquerque Schools

During the pandemic, Albuquerque Public Schools allocated hundreds of thousands of dollars in federal relief funds for anti-racism training instead of student learning recovery. In 2021, the district approved $336,500 from the American Rescue Plan for training tied to the People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond (PISAB). Records obtained by America First Legal show nearly […]

September 21, 2026

Families Demand Responsible Use of Tuition Funds

Every year, as autumn arrives, countless American families invest heavily in their children’s college education. This commitment often involves working extra hours, delaying retirement, incurring debt, or sacrificing other priorities. The driving force behind these efforts is the belief that higher education offers unique opportunities not available to previous generations. Parents expect universities to manage […]

September 21, 2026

Families Deserve Accountability for Every Tuition Dollar Spent

Every fall, millions of American parents and caregivers make significant sacrifices to support a child’s college education. They extend work hours, delay retirement, incur debt, or put aside other priorities. The belief that higher education opens doors to opportunities drives these decisions. These families expect universities to manage tuition expenditures with the same vigilance they […]