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The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Friday, May 30, 20254:20 pm: Jim Antle, Politics Editor for the Washington Examiner, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his report on how the leftist media covered up Joe Biden's physical and mental decline.4:38 pm: Dr. Lance Izumi, Director of the Center for Education at the Pacific Research Institute joins the program for a conversation about how a San Francisco public school system has scrapped plans for a pilot equity grading system after backlash from families and local officials.6:05 pm: This hour will feature some of Greg's best conversations from this week that deserve to be heard again. We'll begin with his conversation with Sabrina Schaeffer of the R Street Institute regarding her DC Journal piece in which she writes that President Trump's reform efforts lack a clear message.6:20 pm: We'll listen back to Greg's conversation with Congressman Mike Kennedy regarding the move by the House of Representatives to codify some of the cuts made by DOGE.6:38 pm: We'll have an encore of Greg's conversation with Logan Spena of Alliance Defending Freedom regarding the Supreme Court's refusal to take up a case of censorship in public schools.6:50 pm: We'll listen back to Greg's interview with Tom DiLorenzo, President of the Mises Institute regarding National Public Radio's decision to sue the Trump administration over a loss of federal funding.

This week, we present a special recording of a recent PRI webinar with Jason Riley, Manhattan Institute fellow and longtime Wall Street Journal columnist.  Lance Izumi, senior director of PRI's Center for Education, interviews Jason about his new book, The Affirmative Action Myth (Basic Books).

Ben Austin, longtime politico who has worked in both Democrat and Republican administrations in California and Washington, DC and now founding director of Education Civil Rights Now - a national non-profit with the mission of establishing a constitutional right to a high-quality public education for all students - joins PRI's Matt Fleming and Lance Izumi to discuss the potential for policymakers to enact badly-needed education reforms in these highly polarized times in California and nationwide.

Guest Mark Quann, author "Be Smart, Pay Zero Taxes", joins to discuss upcoming tax season, Trump's plan to end federal income tax, new tax cuts, and more. How can you avoid paying taxes and worrying about government regulations?  Guest Dr. Lance Izumi, Pacific Research Institute, joins to discuss the ongoing process to end the Dept of Education, and the role of states. Discussion of how we can use the transition for our benefit. What can states do to change the education process, move funding appropriately, and begin to focus on quality again. 

Parents, students, and taxpayers are growing increasingly frustrated by the inability of California's schools to educate our kids for the future, and they are even more frustrated to learn why our schools are doing so badly – outdated and ineffective learning models.  From PRI's 2025 Sacramento policy conference, hear a special presentation of a conversation between Lance Izumi, senior director of PRI's Center for Education, and Assembly Member Blanca Rubio, who is a leader in the nationwide bipartisan movement to change how we teach our kids reading and math.

This week is our special All-Star Panel of former speechwriters reviewing Pres. Donald Trump's speech to Congress.  Lance Izumi, PRI's Senior Director of Education, was chief speechwriter to Gov. George Deukmejian and Attorney General Ed Meese; Tim Anaya, PRI's Vice President of Marketing & Communications, was speechwriter to Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and other leaders in the California legislator; and Rowena Itchon, Chief Operating Officer at PRI, was a speechwriter to Gov. Pete Wilson, and corporate CEOs and other government officials.  She was also a research assistant in Pres. Reagan's speechwriting office.

Guest Lance Izumi, Pacific Research Institute, joins to discuss latest test scores and graduation rates in the US. Discussion of failed education policy, the push for school choice, and the latest President Trump policies of ending the Department of Education.  FCC opens investigations into George Soros run radio stations, public funding of PBS and NPR, and edited content from 60Minutes interview with Kamala Harris. Will the FCC finally advocate for free speech again?

4:20 pm: Senator Brady Brammer is running a bill that would ban Utah residents from registering vehicles in the state of Montana to avoid paying state sales taxes, and he joins the program to discuss his reasons for sponsoring the bill.4:38 pm: Mark Krikorian, Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies joins the show to discuss how President Trump's mass deportation plan can bring relief to Americans.6:05 pm: Dr. Lance Izumi, Director of the Center for Education at the Pacific Research Institute joins Rod and Greg to discuss the results of the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress report which shows U.S. students have still not recovered academically from impacts of the Covid pandemic.6:38 pm: Ramsey Touchberry, Congressional Reporter for the Washington Examiner, joins the program to discuss today's confirmation hearing for Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the nominee to run the Department of Health and Human Services.

This week, we present an in-depth look at Gov. Newsom's 2025-25 state budget plan.  PRI scholars Wayne Winegarden, Lance Izumi, Steve Smith, and Kerry Jackson join Ro and Tim to explore the budget's impact on taxes and the economy, education, crime, and transportation.  They also explore how the Southern California wildfires will impact Gov. Newsom's budget balancing efforts.

Guest Dr. Lance Izumi, Pacific Research Institute, joins to discuss public education proficiencies in reading, writing, and math, as the scores show we continue to decline. Discussion of change in reading lessons, phonics curriculum, and the potential end of the Department of Education.  Are we starting to see the mainstream media begin to advocate for anti-American policy by fighting against the Trump agenda? Discussion of the "block Trump" movement from states and Democrats to obstruct the Trump agenda.  AOC looks to head up a House committee on investigating...the government?

Now that the 2024 election is finally over, the PRI All Stars (Rowena Itchon, Tim Anaya, Lance Izumi and Kerry Jackson) share their thoughts on the election results.  They discuss what went wrong for Kamala Harris, preview what policies we might see from an incoming Trump administration and break down Gavin Newsom's campaign fighting everything from the incoming administration.  Plus, they share their way-too-early predictions for who the 2028 presidential nominees will be.

This week on The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy of DFER and U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng interview Lance Izumi, Koret Senior Fellow and Senior Director of Education Studies at the Pacific Research Institute. Mr. Izumi delves into his latest book, The Great Classroom Collapse: Teachers, Students, and Parents Expose the Collapse of Learning in America’s Schools. He discusses why, despite decades of […]

This week on The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy of DFER and U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng interview Lance Izumi, Koret Senior Fellow and Senior Director of Education Studies at the Pacific Research Institute. Mr. Izumi delves into his latest book, The Great Classroom Collapse: Teachers, Students, and Parents Expose the Collapse of Learning in America's Schools. He discusses why, despite decades of education reforms and vast spending, many American students remain underprepared in critical subjects like reading and math. He explores how the focus on social justice and political agendas has shifted attention away from academic quality and meritocracy in K-12 education, leading to troubling outcomes in many districts. Mr. Izumi highlights widespread issues in reading instruction, including the long-standing evidence for phonics and why NAEP reading scores have stagnated over the years. He shares concern of "constructivist" math methods and reflects on the impact of Common Core on declining math scores nationwide. Izumi concludes with reform recommendations aimed at restoring academic rigor and equality of opportunity in American schools.

After the big debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, PRI's team of former speechwriters (Tim Anaya, Rowena Itchon and Lance Izumi) are back with their analysis of the (second) first presidential debate.  They weigh in on the strong and weak moments for each candidate, how each addressed their policy weaknesses, the debate over the rules and the moderators, and whether the debate ultimately changed the trajectory of the 2024 presidential election.  Plus they preview the upcoming vice presidential debate and predict whether Trump and Harris will meet again on the debate stage.

Tune in as PRI's former speechwriters - Rowena Itchon, Lance Izumi and Tim Anaya - review the just-completed Democratic National Convention.  They break down President Biden's farewell speech, discuss whether Kamala Harris' big speech ticked all the boxes and set her on a strong path to the general election, evaluate how well Tim Walz introduced himself to the American people, and, of course, talk about whether Oprah's surprise appearance scooped up key votes for the Democratic ticket.

Guest Lance Izumi, Pacific Research Institute and author "The Great Classroom Collapse", joins to discuss upcoming school year. Discussion of failed curriculum in public schools, the lowering of standards each year, and the failing of hitting basic standards. How do we fix it?  Biden announces his official handing off of election nomination...why? Discussion of his "successes" during his administration. Biden and Netanyahu meet in the oval office for a "fireside chat".   

This week, PRI's former speechwriters (Rowena Itchon, Lance Izumi, and Tim Anaya) give their take on the Republican National Convention.  They analyze former President Trump's speech, given just a few days after an assassination attempt. They also discuss vice presidential candidate JD Vance's speech and weigh in on how well the other speakers at the convention set up the GOP for the fall campaign.

Lance Izumi, senior director of PRI's Center for Education, joins us to discuss his latest book The Great Classroom Collapse, which investigates the implosion of rigor and learning in America's schools.  He shares the stories of some of the parents, teachers, and policymakers he profiles in the book and discusses what can be done to improve classroom learning and give all students a greater opportunity for a successful future.

Who won?  Who helped themselves the most in the polls? PRI's team of former speechwriters - Rowena Itchon, Lance Izumi, and Tim Anaya - analyze the First 2024 Presidential Debate.  They discuss President Biden's shockingly poor performance and whether President Trump learned his lessons from his 2020 debate mistakes, plus they grade the candidates' answers on immigration, the economy, foreign policy and more.

Partner in Schaerr-Jaffe and PRI fellow in legal studies Erik Jaffe joins us this week for his annual preview of the decisions in the hot cases that will be handed down by the Supreme Court this month.  Lance Izumi and Erik discuss how the Court may rule on President Trump's immunity claims and the remaining legal issues following the Dobbs ruling.  They also talk about cases PRI is particularly interested in, such as the Grants Pass case concerning the power of local governments to address homeless encampments.

From PRI's 2024 Sacramento policy conference, senior director of education studies Lance Izumi moderates a panel discussing the implosion of academic rigor in California's schools, and how that affects California's students – particularly those most vulnerable – and impacts the state's economic competitiveness.  A preview of his upcoming PRI book The Great Classroom Collapse, Lance talks with parent activists who share their stories about challenging the education status quo in their communities.  Learn about reforms to ensure students can graduate and are prepared to enter the workforce.  Plus Tim discusses the pro-Hamas demonstrations at UCLA that shocked the nation and breaks down the Sacramento political finger pointing that took place in the aftermath of the riots.

Listen as PRI's All Stars – Wayne Winegarden, Lance Izumi, Sally Pipes, and Steve Smith – respond to Gov. Newsom's much-anticipated 2024-25 state budget plan. They discuss Gov. Newsom's much lower state budget projection and spending priorities, the budget's impact on K-12 education, whether the Governor will suspend the controversial $25 health care minimum wage increase, and how it will affect efforts to increase public safety in California.

PRI's All Stars - Rowena Itchon, Tim Anaya, Lance Izumi, and Kerry Jackson - are back with their choices for 2023's biggest winners and losers, in our annual tribute to the McLaughlin Group.  We hand out our choices for best and worst ideas of the year, the bummest wraps, and give our predictions for who is destined for stardom in 2024.

Guest Dr. Lance Izumi, Pacific Research Institute, joins to discuss education post COVID. Are we back on track at proper education levels in public ed? Discussion of how higher education is picking up slack to get student "college ready".  Kevin McCarthy announces official retirement from House...is dramatic fashion.  Democrats look to new face to be potential presidential candidate. 

Lance Izumi, a distinguished author, renowned researcher, and passionate education advocate, serves as the Senior Director of the Center for Education at the esteemed Pacific Research Institute. Izumi discusses his impressive background and latest 2023 co-authored masterpiece, "The Great Parent Revolt." Izumi provides deep insights into the ever-evolving landscape of American public education, shedding light on the crucial issues and innovations shaping its future.

Guest Dr. Lance Izumi, joins to discuss distrust in education system, local school boards, and the Department of Education. Discussion of distrust is systems today...and what we can do to fix them. What would education look like after dismantling federal DOE? Ron DeSantis looks to debate...Gavin Newsom? Is it good policy or desperation?

Dr. Lance Izumi, senior director of the Center for Education at the Pacific Research Institute, joins the Students Over Systems podcast to discuss why K-12 public schools aren’t as good as middle-class parents think. Dr. Izumi describes three of his recent books that expose the weaknesses of the K-12 education system and highlights stories of […]

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Friday, September 8, 20234:20 pm: Dr. Lance Izumi, Director of the Center for Education at the Pacific Research Institute joins the program to discuss the results of a new poll of voters regarding parental influence on school boards.4:38 pm: Daniel A. Cox, Director of the Survey Center on American Life, joins the show to discuss the results of a recent survey that show Donald Trump may have a problem with Mormon voters.6:05 pm: Victoria Snitsar Churchill, Writer and Editor of American Liberty News and The Republican Standard, joins the show for a conversation about her recent piece about the online backlash against Utah company Liberty Safe after the company gave the FBI access to a customer's safe. That customer was a January 6 protester.6:38 pm: We'll listen back to Rod's conversation earlier this week with Ward Clark, a contributor to Red State, regarding his piece pondering if the United States is currently under the direction of a shadow president.

Our guest this week is Lance Izumi, senior director of education at PRI.  Lance discusses all things education – from the Supreme Court's decision on the Harvard case on Asian American admissions discrimination, to wokism in our schools – including the new woke math in California.  Lance also highlights the results of a recent PRI survey on parents' assessment of their local school boards.

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, June 29, 20234:20 pm: Celeste Maloy, a former attorney in Congressman Chris Stewart's D.C. office who won the Utah GOP nomination in the race to replace Stewart, joins Rod to discuss her campaign.4:38 pm: Utah Speaker of the House Brad Wilson joins the program for his bi-weekly conversation about what's happening in Utah politics and at the Utah Legislature.6:05 pm: Dr. Lance Izumi, Director of the Center for Education at the Pacific Research Institute, joins Rod to give his reaction to the Supreme Court ruling today that using race as a factor in college admissions is unconstitutional.6:38 pm: State Senator Kathleen Riebe has won the nomination as the Utah Democratic Party's candidate for the special election to replace Utah Congressman Chris Stewart and she joins Rod to discuss her platform for the election.6:50 pm: Hadley Heath Manning, Vice President for Policy at the Independent Women's Forum, joins the show to discuss her recent piece about the conservative position on birth control.

This week on The Learning Curve, Lance Izumi of the Pacific Research Institute discussed the state of K-12 education reform, including declining test scores, COVID-related learning loss, and the growth of education bureaucracies and non-instructional staffing. He reflected on charter schools, school choice, and how knowledge of U.S. history and civics should be taught. Lance talked about efforts to rebuild coalitions to promote charter schools, and the impact of two recent landmark U.S. Supreme Court rulings on expanding private and religious school choice for families.

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Monday, June 12, 20234:20 pm: Mya Guarnieri Jaradat, a Religion Reporter at the Deseret News, joins the show to discuss Moms for Liberty, a growing nonprofit that promotes parental rights.4:38 pm: Scott Hogenson, President of Hogenson Communications and a contributor to Townhall.com joins the show to discuss his piece about the “platinum rule” and how its being hijacked by those pushing the transgender ideology.6:05 pm: Dr. Lance Izumi, Director of the Pacific Research Institute's Center for Education joins Rod to discuss the results of a new study that shows pandemic learning loss has impacted entire communities regardless of race or income.6:20 pm: Anneke Green, Founding Partner of Reach Global Strategies and a contributor to the New York Post, and Hanna Skandera, President and CEO of Daniels Fund, join Rod for a conversation about the nationwide decline in civics education and how it is creating ignorant adults.6:38 pm: Ryan King, Breaking Politics Reporter for the Washington Examiner joins Rod today to discuss which of the 2024 GOP Presidential candidates have enough of the goods to make it to the debate stage

- "Why are So Many Students LEAVING CALIFORNIA's PUBLIC SCHOOLS? A New Report Sheds Light on This Vital Subject" - LANCE IZUMI: "How CHARTER SCHOOLS are Replacing Other Forms of Education as the BEST OPTION for MANY STUDENTS" - "Charter School Winds Up with EVERY MEMBER OF ITS GRADUATING CLASS GOING ON TO COLLEGE!" - DR GEORGE BARNA: "The 2 Most SIGNFICANT Changes to the Faith Community that Happened as a RESULT OF THE PANDEMIC"

On this episode, Lance Izumi joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, “The Great Parent Revolt: How Parents and Grassroots Leaders Are Fighting Critical Race Theory in America’s Schools.”

On this episode, Lance Izumi joins Mark Bauerlein to discuss his new book, "The Great Parent Revolt: How Parents and Grassroots Leaders Are Fighting Critical Race Theory in America's Schools."

Happy Post Monday! Guest Dr. Lance Izumi, Pacific Research Institute, joins to discuss latest school choice battle. Discussion of graduation rates, college readiness, and more.  Biden admin looks to change Title IX to protect trans athletes. Does that negate the entire point of Title IX?

Dr. Lance Izumi, co-author of the book The Great Parent Revolt: How Parents and Grassroots Leaders Are Fighting Critical Race Theory in America's Schools, joins us to discuss how parents are fighting back against radical Marxist indoctrination in their children's schools, the realities of what is being taught to children in the classroom, and the resistance these parents are facing from educators and political agencies alike who are dead-set on corrupting the American youth. Click here to join the member exclusive portion of my show: https://utm.io/ueSEd- - - DailyWire+:Become a DailyWire+ member for 40% off to access the extensive content library including movies, documentaries, shows, and more: https://bit.ly/3BTlA1i Save the Klavan by shopping my merch here: https://bit.ly/3hCo8Kw- - -Socials:Follow on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3B5RI1j Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3D7AzXp Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3TXNt08 Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Rtfifp  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Lance Izumi, co-author of the book The Great Parent Revolt: How Parents and Grassroots Leaders Are Fighting Critical Race Theory in America's Schools, joins us to discuss how parents are fighting back against radical Marxist indoctrination in their children's schools, the realities of what is being taught to children in the classroom, and the resistance these parents are facing from educators and political agencies alike who are dead-set on corrupting the American youth.   Click here to join the member exclusive portion of my show: https://utm.io/ueSEd - - -  DailyWire+: Become a DailyWire+ member for 40% off to access the extensive content library including movies, documentaries, shows, and more: https://bit.ly/3BTlA1i  Save the Klavan by shopping my merch here: https://bit.ly/3hCo8Kw - - - Socials: Follow on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3B5RI1j  Follow on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3D7AzXp  Follow on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3TXNt08  Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Rtfifp  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Christian Outlook – March 1, 2023 Gino Geraci , chaplain for the Police Department in Denver at the time of the Columbine massacre in 1999, talks with Brian Rohrbaugh, who lost his son in Columbine. They discuss the tragic shooting at Covenant School in Nashville, TN. Dr. Albert Mohler shares his thoughts about the confusion surrounding the reported gender of the shooter. Don Kroah talks with Lance Izumi about his book, “The Homeschool Boom.” Bob Burney looks at a “theological illiteracy” as so many watched church from home, via livestream, initially avoiding gathering as a result of the fear of the covid pandemic, but now just because it's easier and more convenient. Christian Johnson, of CCM Magazine, talks with Justin Kendrick, pastor of Vox Church in New England, about the need to gather together in authentic community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Andrew and Beth speak with author and education expert Lance Izumi about his new book, The Great Parent Revolt, which highlights the stories of ordinary people that stood up to the against critical race theory and woke indoctrination in their children's schools. We discuss how these new American heroes come from all walks of […]

On this episode of The Bespoke Parenting Podcast, host Julie Gunlock talks to Dr. Lance Izumi, senior director of the Pacific Research Institute’s Center for Education, about his new book, The Great Parent Revolt: How Parents and Grassroots Leaders Are Fighting Critical Race Theory in America's Schools. Julie and Dr. Izumi also discuss the largely COVID-driven […]

On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Lance Izumi, senior director of the Center for Education at the Pacific Research Institute, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the growing number of people who are leading the charge against ideological indoctrination in schools.You can find Izumi's book "The Great Parent Revolt: How Parents and Grassroots Leaders Are Fighting Critical Race Theory in America's Schools" here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-great-parent-revolt-lance-izumi/1142911660

On this episode of “The Federalist Radio Hour,” Lance Izumi, senior director of the Center for Education at the Pacific Research Institute, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the growing number of people who are leading the charge against ideological indoctrination in schools. You can find Izumi’s book “The Great Parent Revolt: How […]

Dom Giordano, WPHT host and former teacher, has dedicated much of his daily show toward parents who are taking it into their own hands to push back against school boards that have a negative impact on their children. This has culminated in a weekly podcast on education, Readin', Writin', and Reason, which has allowed wonderful relationships to develop between Giordano, educators, and parents throughout the country who are speaking out against overbearing school boards. First, Dom welcomes in Catholic League President Bill Donohue to discuss the new film Walt's Disenchanted Kingdom, which tells how the once beloved company has fallen so far, now presenting immoral values after being the bastion of morality for decades. Donohue takes us inside the film, telling who was interviewed, and explains the negative implications of Disney's woke trend. Then, Donohue explains a bit as to how and why this has happened, telling of the ESG score which encourages large corporations to preach equity.  Then, Dom welcomes in Lance Izumi, Senior Director of Pacific Research Institute and co-author of The Great Parent Revolt to discuss the spread of Critical Race Theory and other hyper-political themes in public curricula. Lance and Giordano jump right into the utilization of the theory on both policy and curriculum, also discussing the emergence of ‘activist parents' as a counter to a trend that takes educational power out of the hands of parents. Izumi gives multiple examples of the negative implications of the recent changes in education, telling of the way it negatively effects students, including students of color. Also, Dom asks for Izumi's opinion on news out of Fairfax County, VA, after it came to light that multiple Principals have withheld National Merit Scholar awards from parents due to themes of equity.

What You Need to Know is we're in a new pro-life America. Today's March for Life is the first during which we can celebrate the overturn of Roe v. Wade. No longer is there a federal barrier, a set of handcuffs, against our states law-making on abortion. Now is the time to pursue pro-life and pro-family policy! What are the possibilities? It's time to get creative. We have to fight not only against abortion but we must fight for the incentives that change people's thoughts on life!  Dr. Lance Izumi of the Pacific Research Institute talks about his new book The Great Parent Revolt: How Parents and Grassroots Leaders Are Fighting Critical Race Theory in America's Schools. Will this movement against the state school indoctrination keep going or will it fade away? Find more of his work at PacificResearch.org.  John Schlafly, co-author of the Schlafly Report along with his brother Andy Schlafly, talks about the latest Schlafly column — Globalism Failure at Davos Summit. John draws the similarities between the Bilderberg meetings Phyllis publicized and the very public plans of the World Economic Forum. It's terrifying what plans they'll make and share for all to hear. Read the weekly column at PhyllisSchlafly.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's third hour, Dom welcomes in Lance Izumi, Senior Director of Pacific Research Institute and co-author of The Great Parent Revolt to the Dom Giordano Program to discuss the spread of Critical Race Theory and other hyper-political themes in public curricula. Lance and Giordano jump right into the utilization of the theory on both policy and curriculum, also discussing the emergence of ‘activist parents' as a counter to a trend that takes educational power out of the hands of parents. Izumi gives multiple examples of the negative implications of the recent changes in education, telling of the way it negatively effects students, including students of color. Also, Dom asks for Izumi's opinion on news out of Fairfax County, VA, after it came to light that multiple Principals have withheld National Merit Scholar awards from parents due to themes of equity. Then, Dom continues the remainder of the hour revisit Biden's speech yesterday for Martin Luther King Day, telling that Biden also suggested again that he's a great Catholic. Then, Dom spends some time discussing NFL football, previewing the upcoming Eagles game against the Giants in the Divisional Round. After that, Dom returns to the topic of the shooting outside Philadelphia's U.S. Court House, telling all the details he knows and comparing what would happen if a police officer shot the man threatening a bomb instead of a security guard. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images)

Dom welcomes in Lance Izumi, Senior Director of Pacific Research Institute and co-author of The Great Parent Revolt to the Dom Giordano Program to discuss the spread of Critical Race Theory and other hyper-political themes in public curricula. Lance and Giordano jump right into the utilization of the theory on both policy and curriculum, also discussing the emergence of ‘activist parents' as a counter to a trend that takes educational power out of the hands of parents. Izumi gives multiple examples of the negative implications of the recent changes in education, telling of the way it negatively effects students, including students of color. Also, Dom asks for Izumi's opinion on news out of Fairfax County, VA, after it came to light that multiple Principals have withheld National Merit Scholar awards from parents due to themes of equity. (Photo by Getty Images)

The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing a number of cases this term, including two cases pertaining to affirmative action in college admissions. The justices of the nation's highest court heard arguments for about five hours on Oct. 31 in the cases Students for Fair Admissions vs. President and Fellows of Harvard College and Students for Fair Admissions vs. University of North Carolina."So, what these cases involve is, basically at the heart, is racial discrimination. What Harvard and UNC have done, at least it's alleged by the plaintiffs, is that they have used their admission system to specifically keep down the numbers of Asian Americans who are being admitted into those two institutions," Lance Izumi, a senior director of education studies at the Pacific Research Institute, told The Daily Signal."And so, in the case of Harvard, for example, they have used race as a factor, has been allowed under previous Supreme Court rulings, but have used it in a way that basically sets a quota on the number of Asians who are being admitted into Harvard," said Izumi, who is also the author of Obama's Education Takeover.Izumi added: So, for example, if you took an Asian American applicant who had a 25% chance of getting into Harvard, if you changed his race to Hispanic American, that same person with the same characteristics would have a 77% chance of getting into Harvard.And if you change that Asian American to [an] African American, again with the same characteristics, that person would then have a 95% chance of getting into Harvard.Izumi joins "The Daily Signal Podcast" to further discuss the Supreme Court cases, the impact of these cases, record-low ACT scores, and what he hopes the next Congress will accomplish on education policy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday, November 22, 2022 Today's program is hosted by Kerby Anderson. His guest is Lance Izumi. They'll talk about Student Scores Plunging as Educators. In hour two Kerby talks about the book Seasons of Sorrow with co-author Tim Challies. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio or on Twitter @PointofViewRTS with your opinions or comments.

First, we are pleased to appoint Lance Izumi, a previous guest on this show, to be the official whisky master of the 3WHH, even though he doesn’t drink whisky (or anything else for that matter), because anyone who can pull off this look deserves the recognition.  And we’ll have him back soon to talk about […]