Facts and evidence show the failure of the public school system to educate students. Families want desperately to believe their children are receiving the learning they need to build a solid foundation for future success; but the facts prove otherwise. Yet, criticizing education is similar to disavowing Mom and Apple Pie, despite the fact that compelling evidence by renowned writers from the fields of business, finance, accounting, economics, political science and education reveals that problems inside the system are widespread. Meanwhile, the education establishment continues to excuse its...