U.S. Supreme Court less likely to hear cases from poor people, study shows

A new study conducted by a Michigan State University undergraduate is shining light on a hitherto underexamined aspect of American government — how the U.S. Supreme Court decides which cases it will hear.

Report: Special-needs students 2 to 3 times more likely to be bullied than able-bodied kids

Special-needs students are more likely than other students to be bullied in school, according to a recent report published by AbilityPath.org, an online community for professionals and parents of children with special needs.

Why a Hot Summer Might Be Mother Earth’s Best Hope

The election of Barack Obama and the increased push for energy independence have helped Congress make strides toward passing comprehensive climate change legislation — but the most valuable tool to rally public support for a cap-and-trade bill could be a hot summer.

A study from two professors at New More…