I've never been drawn to the feminist movement. I was brought up to believe that men had little to do with the home or children - except to bring in the money.
The countries who do the best in international comparisons, whether it's Finland or Japan, Denmark or Singapore, do well because they have professional teachers who are respected, and they also have family and community which support learning.
The art of publicity is a black art; but it has come to stay, and every year adds to its potency.