Education

In this OpEd, I examine the contradiction between New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s affordability agenda and his administration’s lawsuit to block a $10,000 supplemental payment for approximately 25,000 public-school paraprofessionals. These essential educators earn starting salaries of roughly $32,000 while serving some of the city’s most vulnerable children. For me, the issue is personal. My mother, Camille Meek, taught deaf and hearing-impaired students, and I grew up seeing both the extraordinary commitment this work requires and the financial sacrifices that often accompany it. I argue that if New York truly values paraprofessionals, respect cannot stop at words or process—it must show up in their paychecks.

An OpEd reflecting on Jewish American Heritage Month and the enduring role Jewish Americans have played in shaping the nation’s civic, cultural, economic, and moral foundations. The article explores themes of resilience, religious liberty, shared humanity, and the importance of preserving America’s identity as a diverse yet united society. Drawing connections between Jewish American history, civil rights, and the broader American experience, the piece argues that the nation’s strength has always come from its ability to embrace different cultures and perspectives while maintaining a common civic purpose as America approaches its 250th anniversary.

An unapologetic defense of American pride, this OpEd explores how elite institutions erode patriotism—and why we must remember what makes America exceptional.

The 2025 Super Bowl ad featuring Tom Brady and Snoop Dogg, sponsored by the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism (FCAS), delivered a powerful message: antisemitism is a global issue, and we all have a role in stopping it. This Op-Ed explores how FCAS is leading the fight against hate and why it's time for everyone to take action. #StandUpToJewishHate

Explore the alarming resurgence of antisemitism globally and on university campuses. Learn how education, dialogue, and decisive actions can combat hatred, protect Jewish communities, and promote inclusivity.

It’s funny how a single phrase can influence and even guide the course of a life. For me, that phrase was uttered by my mom. “We might not be able to change the world today, but we can change the world around us,” she would say often as I was growing up.

Military Veterans Make Ideal Candidates to Become Educators, DoD Should Work to Save and Restore Federal Troops to Teachers Program

Most Americans understand the potential benefits of pursuing higher education. Though higher education may not be for everyone, it certainly provides its own set of additional opportunities for veterans as they return home from service and begin to transition – and ultimately adjust – to civilian life.