Derek W. Black: Schoolhouse Burning

Derek W. Black is a professor at the University of South Carolina Law School as well as an outspoken advocate of the importance of public education, and his work has been published in both professional journals and the mainstream media. In this program, Derek W. Black will discuss his new book, Schoolhouse Burning, which makes a powerful case for valuing public education as a cornerstone of our nation. Shedding light on the role of public education throughout American history, Black will speak to listeners about the importance of protecting the right to free and equal education for every child across the United States, regardless of race, creed, or family income, to preserve the democratic ideals that make America unique and truly great.