The article highlights rare bipartisan agreement in U.S. higher education, where experts from opposing political sides praise a law passed by a Republican Congress. It discusses how, despite ideological attacks on higher ed, surprising reforms are advancing. These changes are seen as positive steps forward in an era of division.
Key Points
- Veterans from Clinton/Obama and Bush administrations agree on higher ed reforms
- Focuses on a law signed into effect amid partisan divides
- Emphasizes bipartisan progress despite ideological criticisms
Implications for Educational Freedom
These bipartisan reforms could reduce government overreach in higher education, potentially enhancing parental and student choice through streamlined processes. This aligns with EFI’s goals of promoting educational freedom beyond K-12 into higher ed.
Source: Behind ideological attacks on higher ed, surprising bipartisan reforms are happening
