The Reality of Divorce: Why Do Half of All Marriages End? Is It Because of “Falling Out of Love”?

The Reality of Divorce: Why Do Half of All Marriages End? Is It Because of “Falling Out of Love”?

By 311divorce.com | Editorial Credit: Prostockstudio /shutterstock.com  Divorce is a reality that affects nearly half of all marriages. The common statistic, “one out of two marriages ends in divorce,” has been quoted for decades. While this number has fluctuated over time, and recent trends indicate a decline in divorce rates, the reality remains that many […]

On National Citizenship Day and Beyond, America is Stronger and Richer Because of Immigrants

On National Citizenship Day and Beyond, America is Stronger and Richer Because of Immigrants

Editorial Credit: Lightspring / shuttertstock.com Washington, DC — An inextricable part of American history is immigration. Welcoming newcomers from all over the world into our communities is a defining characteristic of this nation. Few – if any – nations have the distinction of being known as “a nation of immigrants.” The individuals and families that […]

Breaking Geographic Barriers: How Open Enrollment Can Lead New York City Toward a More Inclusive Education System

Breaking Geographic Barriers: How Open Enrollment Can Lead New York City Toward a More Inclusive Education System

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: Wavebreakmedia/shutterstock.com  Open enrollment, by dismantling geographic barriers and promoting equitable access, offers the only viable path forward. By adopting open enrollment and supporting policies, New York City can take a bold step toward creating a more just and inclusive education system. New York City (NYC) is renowned for […]

Real Choice: Embracing Open Enrollment to Build a Fairer and More Inclusive NYC Education System

Real Choice: Embracing Open Enrollment to Build a Fairer and More Inclusive NYC Education System

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: A Katz / shutterstock.com  REAL CHOICE.  By adopting open enrollment and supporting policies, NYC can take a bold step toward creating a more just and inclusive education system.  Let’s study this blueprint. New York City’s public school system, despite being one of the largest and most diverse in […]