Education

New Laws in Tennessee and Georgia Set to Transform Social Media Use, Voting Practices, and Education in 2025

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In Nashville, Tennessee, and Atlanta, Georgia, the advent of the new year brings with it a slew of laws that will soon shape various aspects of life, including social media usage, education, and even how election procedures address homelessness. In Tennessee, these laws will include a notable act aimed at protecting minors on social media platforms, while Georgia will see changes in educational funding and voter registration protocols for its homeless population. Tennessee’s legislature will enforce several new regulations starting in 2025. Noteworthy among these is the Protecting Children from Social Media Act, mandating social … Read more

Harvard Law Graduate Reflects on the Critical Importance of Diversity in Legal Education Amid Declining Black Student Enrollment

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Cambridge, MA — As Harvard Law School embraces a new academic year, it finds itself grappling with the shifting dynamics of student racial diversity. This year marks the first entrance class since the cessation of race-based affirmative action, a move that has significantly reduced the number of Black students from 43 last year to just 19. The effects of this demographic shift raise concerns not only about the quality of the educational experience but also about broader implications for professional practice and societal integration. The role of racial and ethnic diversity in legal education cannot … Read more

Georgia Sets Major 2025 Reforms: Transformative Changes in Tax, Elections, and Education on the Horizon

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Atlanta, GA — Starting in 2025, Georgia is set to introduce sweeping reforms that will impact the state’s tax policies, election systems, and educational funding. These changes aim to enhance transparency, streamline election procedures, and expand educational opportunities, marking a significant shift in how residents will interact with these fundamental systems. One of the major reforms includes the implementation of Senate Bill 366, which will overhaul the way tax expenditures are analyzed and reported in Georgia. This measure seeks to increase governmental accountability by mandating that at least 12 economic analyses be conducted annually on … Read more

Trump’s Education Secretary Pick Linda McMahon Faces Historic Lawsuit Alleging Neglect of Sexual Abuse Claims at WWE

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WASHINGTON — Amid Donald Trump’s controversial selections for his cabinet as he prepares for his second term in office, Linda M. McMahon, his nominee for U.S. secretary of education, faces serious allegations from her past tenure as CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment. The lawsuit, filed recently, asserts McMahon failed to stop the sexual abuse of teen workers decades ago, raising concerns about her suitability for a role that involves safeguarding children’s rights within the sphere of education. Linda M. McMahon, along with her husband Vince McMahon, is accused of allowing a ringside announcer for WWE, … Read more