Education

"In a call to arms, a prominent education expert is urging Americans to take a stand in defense of their nation's higher education system. Citing the legendary bravery of the Spartans, who valiantly fought against the invading Persians in the 5th century BC, the author argues that Americans must be willing to make sacrifices and take bold action to preserve the best aspects of their higher education system. As the country grapples with rising tuition costs, declining student outcomes, and a growing sense of disillusionment with the system, the expert is sounding the alarm, warning that if Americans do not take action, they risk losing the very qualities that make their higher education system great. Will the American people rise to the challenge and defend their nation's institutions of higher learning, or will they succumb to the pressures of 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.