After "Zelman v. Simmons-Harris" (2002), civil conflict over use of vouchers and taxes to purchase private education, especially in religious schools, largely remained an issue for state courts' jurisprudence. However, in 2010, it returned to the U.S. Supreme Court when Arizona taxpayers challenged the constitutionality of the state's…

Over the last three decades, college costs have increased nearly four times faster than median family income. Financial aid has not filled the growing gap, and the share of college costs not covered by financial aid or what the family is expected to contribute has risen sharply. Rising costs and rising debt make college a riskier investment for…

Looks at how training is capturing the attention of business and legislators and why human resource development professionals need to see themselves in terms of "the big picture." Quotes are included from Congresswoman Nancy Johnson, Senator Gary Hart, Senator Ted Kennedy, and Senator Bob Packwood. (CT)

The author reviews the progress made by the Catholic lobby in the 95th Congress toward a tuition tax credit law, noting publicity efforts, opposition groups, and plans for continuing the campaign in the 96th Congress. (SJL)

Describes examples of financial incentives used to recruit teachers for low-achieving and hard-to-staff schools. Includes targeted salary increases, housing incentives, tuition assistance, and tax credits. (PKP)