Reviews the work of John Brademas, chairman of the House Subcommittee on Select Education, with jurisdiction ranging from child care to federal role in cultural activities, and second ranking member of the Subcommittee on Postsecondary Education. Notes his role in past legislation and his views on present issues. (JT)

A former Secretary of Education outlines ways in which the new secretary can provide the leadership necessary to make America a nation of learners, through relationships with the Cabinet, the President, Congress, and the education community. (MSE)

The Secretary of Education and the chairman of the Senate committee overseeing educational policy are Utahans. Their leadership and perspectives on current legislative and quality issues are examined: conservatism, the communications revolution and education, the workings of government in policy formation, student financial aid, generosity of…