Does mathematics have a place in higher education?

Cathy O'Neil:

A recent New York Times Opinion piece (hat tip Wei Ho), Is Algebra Necessary?, argues for the abolishment of algebra as a requirement for college. It was written by Andrew Hacker, an emeritus professor of political science at Queens College, City University of New York. His concluding argument:

Posted by Jim Zellmer at August 4, 2012 3:51 AM
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