A history professor's paper on LGBTQ themes in naval adventure fiction was withdrawn from a Navy symposium, allegedly due to political censorship linked to the Trump administration's anti-DEI efforts. The incident highlights broader changes at the Naval Academy, including book removals and curriculum shifts, reflecting a contentious move away from diversity and inclusion initiatives.

The article examines the ongoing debate over whether teaching cursive writing remains relevant in modern education. With some states mandating cursive lessons due to its cognitive and historical benefits, others argue it is an outdated skill that consumes valuable classroom time. Experts highlight that handwriting, including cursive, supports learning and memory, but research shows no significant difference between print and cursive in these benefits. The discussion also considers cursive's unique advantages for students with dyslexia and reflects a broader transition towards integrating traditional and digital learning methods in schools.