Who Wins When Public Schools Have Selective Admissions Policies?

The Takeaway

Who Wins When Public Schools Have Selective Admissions Policies?

A disproportionately small number of black and Latino students were admitted to New York City’s most elite public high schools. 

‘Secret’ Treatment Centers Holding Special Needs Minors Who Cross Border

In apparent violation of rules on caring for and holding migrant children with special needs, ‘secret’ treatment centers were not disclosed, even to the minors’ attorneys.

Los Angeles Star Mike Trout Signs Record $430 Million Contract 

Los Angeles Angels star outfielder, Mike Trout, is set to become the highest paid athlete in the history of American sports.

Racial Discrimination in Jury Selection: Flowers v. Mississippi Heads to SCOTUS

Curtis Flowers was convicted of murdering four people, and has been tried for that same crime 6 times. Did the D.A. unlawfully strike more prospective black jurors than white?

Guests:

Beenish Ahmed

Alia Wong

Aura Bogado

Dave Zirin

Samara Freemark

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