Mathews is one of the few reliable and unbiased reporters at the paper.
There is a widespread feeling of hopelessness and apathy that tends to keep us from doing more to get the best possible teachers in the classroom in urban and rural schools.-- Jay Mathews, Washington Post, Oct. 3, 2008
Oct 3, 2008 - Firing Teachers: Readers vs. Me
Mathews responding to readers of his column, "For Kids' Sake, Power to Fire Teachers Crucial"