Taft as a Labor Leader Sparks Student History Confusion
A Miami University professor released test results from 86 freshmen showing wide gaps in American history knowledge. Most knew Washington but misidentified others. many failed to name two major labor leaders correctly, with Taft listed among them. The piece lampoons misread names and careless learning.
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