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...comparison in "5 Things We Can Learn from China" between the educational systems in China and the U.S. is off base [Nov. 23]. Unlike in China, in the U.S., every child is entitled to an education regardless of background or learning ability. Early tracking of students in China ensures that only the best and brightest can receive college-prep education; others are put into vocational schools or the workforce. If I taught only students who had parental support and spent hours on homework, I certainly could show higher test scores. But I believe that anyone can achieve his dream...
Nancy Gibbs' Essay "The Happiness Paradox" reminded me of a quote from Calvin Coolidge: "There is no dignity quite so impressive, and no independence quite so important, as living within your means" [Nov. 23]. Maybe families are discovering the peace of mind of living more frugally...
David Von Drehle picked the right guy to top your 10 Best College Presidents list [Nov. 23]. As you disclose, Gee took a pay cut to return to Ohio State University, but not reported is that he earned more than $220,000 in bonuses this year--all of which he gave back for student scholarships. Gee leads academics by inspiration. Buckeyes and the nation can now cheer for an OSU academic team that impacts the world with innovation...
...your story on new bus lines [Nov. 23]: The amazing, low-cost fares offered by MegaBus and others come with a trade-off, terrible customer service. As a thrifty college student, I was thrilled when MegaBus started a route from Minneapolis back home to Milwaukee. The bus was regularly late. MegaBus lost me as a customer when it switched my departure time one evening without notifying me, and I waited until 1 a.m. for a bus that never showed up. When I tried to rectify the situation, I got nowhere. It's not worth the hassle...
...DOBBS, who on Nov. 11 resigned from his position as a news anchor at CNN, responding to a question about whether rumors that he is mulling a 2012 presidential bid are "crazy talk...