Shortchanging High Achievers

The Washington Post has an editorial today describing the elimination of a Maryland program that has served high achievers well during its 41 year history. Education systems across the nation have been criticized frequently for failing to address school students who excel. I find it hard to believe that the Maryland legislature cannot find the $500,000 to fund the program. That kind of money rates as "petty cash" or "chump change" in a state rather well-known for shady dealing and slush.

Cynthia McKinney Jailed in Israel

Here's the story, courtesy of Gateway Pundit. If we're lucky the Israelis will keep her.

More On The Ricci Case And The Diversity "Delusion"

Scott Johnson, blogging on Powerline, has more on the Ricci case and its implications for the future course of diversity. Get the story here. Be sure to read the links.

What Will The Next Web Look Like?

Outside the Beltway gives is the word here. This is another video from TED, one of the most informative and thought-provoking sites I've found in my cyberlife.

1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe

My dad bought one - Surf Green over Highland Green - and drove it until 1968, then sold it to a friend who drove it until 1979. On trips home to see the folks in the '70s, I would occasionally see the car on the road. Sure wish it was in my garage today.











Looks just like it! Link source: Instapundit

The Diversity "Delusion"

In light of the Ricci decision by the Supreme Court, here are some thoughts on race and merit as the nation moves into what could be a new phase in its search for "diversity."

Obama Sides With Chavez, Ortega And Los Castro

George Moneo - at Babalu - says Charles Krauthammer has nailed it again regarding the astounding alliance over Honduras. I must agree. Read it here.