The Texas Public Policy Foundation recently commissioned Stephen Moore, Donna Arduin, and Arthur B. Laffer to evaluate the state’s fiscal health. This synopsis summarizes the serious problems diagnosed by the economists as well as the prognosis for a healthier Texas economy.
Higher Education
(Not) Cheaper by the Dozen | Debunking 12 Common Myths About Higher Education
Myth 1: A’s and B’s Are Marks of Distinction in College, With C’s Signifying Average Performance. Reality: According to GradeInflation.com, as well as other later surveys, in the early 1960s, the percentage of A’s awarded in colleges nationwide was 15%. But today, an A is the most common grade awarded in college. As of 2023,...
May 21, 2026