Author Archives: Mike Bock

The Best Hope For Public Education Is That Communities Vitalize Democracy And Exercise Local Control

Wow. I count forty education related web-logs that I’ve posted in the last four and one-half years — since I first started blogging.  Some of these essays are in my Lulu book:  Why You Are Not Entitled To Your Opinion. … Continue reading

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To Defeat Congressman Turner, Joe Roberts Should Develop A Compelling Message — A Video Project

During the Q/A at the South of Dayton Democratic Club, last night, I found myself publicly chiding Joe Roberts, one of our special speakers, to improve his web-site. Joe recently won the special 3rd District Democratic Primary — besting Guy … Continue reading

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How Will Technology Impact Our Future?

A friend sent me a link to a great video showing a collage of amazing “luck”  –people barely miss disaster — with a great sound track by Judy Garland: “This Is My Lucky Day.” This is a you-tube video by … Continue reading

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