The City Council and How It Works
The city council makes decisions that impact your daily life, and it’s a good idea to be informed about the…
How to Prepare a Mayor Speech
The mayor, or city council president in some places, gives an annual State of the City speech that highlights his…
Metallica’s Hero of the Day
Directed by Anton Corbijn, the video for hero of the day follows a drug-addled youth spending his day watching television.…
Educating Voters About Local Elections
Local elections determine who controls your city, school, library, and transportation services. They also decide where your tax dollars go—from…
In-Depth Analysis
In-depth analysis involves looking at data or information in greater detail to uncover hidden patterns or previously unknown relationships. It…
How to Write an Opposition Piece
An opinion piece, or op-ed, can be an effective way to reach a broad audience with your research. It isn’t…
Staying Informed About Local Crime
According to official national statistics, crime is down across all categories of violent crime. Despite this fact, the public often…
Curriculum Change – Addressing Institutional Concerns
Each year, educators are often faced with new initiatives to adopt, including district policies and building-level procedures, as well as…
Limitations of Expert Opinions in Civil Cases
The expert’s opinion is one of the most important pieces of evidence in a trial. However, the opinions of experts…
What to Do When Your Child Gets Their Exam Results
Exam results, whether SATs, end-of-year exams or GCSEs, present a snapshot of how well a student has performed in a…