I'm a sucker for idealism, even when I know it just wouldn't work. Still, statements like think are cause to stop and think "what if" - Idealism and Education: "Here is what I propose as a model for higher education. First, start an institution which will teach qualified students for free and provide those who need a living allowance. Only admit those who promise to give back to the institution according to their means later. And during the years of study, the least the institution can do is to produce human beings who are not only capable of earning a living, but are decent enough to recognize their obligation and fulfill them. If the institution fails in either of these two objectives, the institution does not have a reason for existence and should be allowed to go out of business. "
Posted by gsiemens at July 12, 2005 5:26 PM