Twenty-one of the articles have appeared in 1996 with another 24 dating from 1995. Both local and national writers have produced pieces and the collections includes local and national media sources. In her article Simmons listed six EE issues brought up by Jo Kwong in a report for the Center for the Study of American Business. EE typically fails to teach children about basic economics or basic decision-making processes, relying instead on mindless slogans. EE often fails to take advantage of lessons from nature, and instead preaches socially or politically correct lessons.
EE is unabashedly devoted to activism and politics, rather than knowledge and understanding.
Writers and publications often hold to particular stances or positions and may publish articles sympathetic to their views. Examination of the articles collected in the Clearinghouse shows that writers critical of EE almost always make their points in one or more of the six areas outlined by Kwong. Argue in great detail about three or four points where data and reasoning allow you to make a good case, meanwhile don't mention the really big point that undermines your entire thesis. It is by far the most commonly used technique and can result in the most heated discussions and exchanges. If the truth is inconvenient, make up a few new facts to support your argument.