Category Archives: Special Reports

Do Ohio’s Public Workers Earn More Than Private Sector Workers? — “No,” Says “Policy Matters Ohio” — “Yes,” Says “Americans For Prosperity”

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Mike Bock

In the discussion about Ohio SB5 — whether abolishing collective bargaining for Ohio’s public workers is a good idea — there is sharp disagreement as to whether Ohio public employees, at present, earn more than their private sector counterparts. Two … Continue reading →

Posted in Special Reports | 3 Comments

Ohio’s Republican Senate Bill 5 — A Blatant Power Grab — Aims To Destroy Public Workers’ Unions

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Mike Bock

Ohio’s Senate Bill 5 is a bold move by Ohio Republicans to destroy public workers’ unions. This bill erases a lot of the Ohio Revised Code and completely destroys decades old procedures dealing with public employee contracts. It is incredible … Continue reading →

Posted in Special Reports | 14 Comments

Watson’s Jeopardy Win Should Force Us To Rethink Education And The Profession Of Teaching

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Mike Bock

Wow. Watson, the IBM supercomputer, in an impressive display of “simulated” intelligence this week, won the TV quiz program, “Jeopardy” — thoroughly defeating the reining human champions. IBM believes Watson will result in big profits. By next year, IBM plans … Continue reading →