If you are looking for a feel-good book about American education, then you can avoid reading this one. Dueck’s blistering critique ranges from low expectations to the politicization of the curriculum. You will not agree with everything in these pages – I certainly don’t – but coherent debate on educational policy requires that we get out of the echo chamber and consider divergent points of view. Dueck brings his international experience to bear on uncomfortable topics and will, I hope, lead to a vigorous and productive evidence-based dialog on education that will lead to better opportunities for all students.
