In a presentation for school district superintendents and trustees, Chris Patterson examines the problems facing public schools and improving student achievement, examines the research available on curriculum and the “achievement gap.” The outline includes specific resources and publications as supplements.
Election Integrity
Ban Foreign Funding in Ballot Propositions
Despite federal laws prohibiting foreign funding of candidate elections, foreign individuals and entities are still able to fund campaigns related to state and local ballot initiatives in multiple jurisdictions, creating a loophole that hostile foreign actors can exploit to influence American elections. Key points: Federal law prohibits foreign nationals from contributing to candidate campaigns or...
April 6, 2026