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February 9, 2026

Draft Oklahoma Social Studies Standards Sacrifice Previous Reform Gains

National Association of Scholars

If Oklahoma does approve the 2026 Draft Standards as they now stand, they should inspire Oklahomans to work to improve their state’s social studies standards during the next round of revision. W......

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February 6, 2026

VIDEO: Two Centuries Later—the Monroe Doctrine and American National Security in the 21st Century

National Association of Scholars

Join us for a dicussion centered around the Monroe Doctrine and what it means for American policy two hundred years later.

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February 3, 2026

The Activist Veto: How Identity Politics Restricts Scientific Inquiry

Kali Jerrard

Scientific inquiry has suffered another blow amidst the ongoing science crisis and loss of public trust.

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February 2, 2026

Scholars Comment on Proposed Updates to ED's Accreditation Handbook

Teresa R. Manning

NAS recommends that the Accreditation Handbook clarify the need for depoliticization in accrediting agencies, institutions seeking accreditation, and any oversight entity.

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February 2, 2026

Depoliticize! The Necessary First Step for Trump’s Accreditation Reforms

Teresa R. Manning

Trump’s new accreditation reform effort targets a broken, politicized higher education system that leaves students poorer, less prepared, and drowning in debt.

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