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The author views that the school choice or voucher system proposed by economist Milton Friedman will be the wave of the future in education. He author contends that a nation that is not familiar with history remains in the dark as courses in civics and history are replaced with courses in anger management and sexual hygiene. He opines that teachers are ideologues and warns that teachers' unions days are numbered.

Presents comments and observations on rock and roll music in the United States. Views on the demise of rock music pioneer, John Phillips; Speculations on the opposition of the clergy to the evolutions of rock music; Discussion on the longevity of rock musicians.

The author discusses the latest political, economic and other issues around the world as of May 2011. He criticizes the moves by U.S. President Barack Obama over such issues as the war in Libya, the U.S. budget and his trips to several countries in Latin America. He cites the civil disobedience in such countries as Algeria, Jordan and Saudi Arabia. In Malaysia, police retrieved 700,000 stolen condoms from a warehouse and a private abode.

Editorial comment is offered on various news items from the preceding month. Topics discussed include the reversal of U.S. Senator Larry Craig on his pledge to resign following a sexual harassment scandal, the controversy surrounding the presidential campaign finance of Hillary Clinton and her contributor Norman Hsu, and the arrest of former football star O.J. Simpson on charges of armed robbery.

The author focuses on issues related to the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama. He compares the administration of Obama to former U.S. President Jimmy Carter's political decisions and policies. According to the author, Obama's administration has increased the nations deficit and that Obama has failed in domestic and foreign policy issues.

The article explores the Mayan civilization in Belize and Guatemala. The Mayan civilization flourished between 1500 B.C. to 1521 A.D. and then ceased. The Mayan civilization is considered to be advanced, as it has a written language and has astronomical literacy. According to the author, modern-day Mayans seems to have no idea why they are living in the village instead of the jungle.

The article discusses the potential Republican Party candidates against U.S. President Barack Obama in 2012. He argues that the incumbent president has no chance in the election if the Republican party will field in a credible candidate. He cites several potential candidates like Newt Gingrich, former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty and Mississippi governor Haley Barbour.