ArchiveJune 2025

Before I jump into the subject of today’s posting, a few words about the process of getting this thing out every week. Recently I was in a group that included folks involved in a variety of creative endeavors. The group leader asked us to comment on our “process.”  Years ago, I posed a similar question to a number of eminent scientists and mathematicians. You will not be surprised to hear...

While I was reading Stephen Pinker’s thoughtful article about Harvard’s battle with the Trump administration in the New York Times, I had an insight that surprised me. Ever since the infamous Elise Stefanik-led congressional hearings which led to the demise of several prestigious college presidents, including Claudine Gay of Harvard, I have feared for the future of higher education in America. I...