Education

In a call to action for American educators, a recent commentary urges those fighting to preserve the best aspects of the country's higher education system to adopt a fierce and determined mindset, likening their battle to the legendary defense of ancient Greece against the invading Persian Empire. Just as the Spartans held off the seemingly insurmountable forces of Xerxes, American advocates for quality education are facing a formidable challenge in the form of rising costs, declining government support, and the erosion of traditional values in academia. As the nation grapples with the future of higher education, this commentary argues that a strong and unwavering commitment to excellence is necessary to safeguard the very foundations of American higher learning. By drawing on the lessons of history, educators and policymakers can develop a winning strategy to protect the best of the US education system and ensure its continued relevance in a rapidly changing world.

Americans who want to preserve what’s good in our higher education system must think like the Spartans defending Greece against the invading Persians.