I like the point about number theory, but why do we need a renewed emphasis on geometry and analysis? Don't get me wrong, those are great interesting subjects in their own right, but I don't see the connection.

I'd also say the shift to statistics is a valuable one. There's no other option for how to interpret the enormous quantities of data being collected and it's the way to understand what AI is doing. Statistical analysis is the only reason economists get paid so much: no one else is as well trained in causal inference.

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Geometry is for abstract thinking and reasoning. Needed for analysis - agree it’s not the priority it is now with calculus but I’d still like to see kids learn it.

Also kids learn it very easily.

Any math can be taught like traditional geometry; i.e. with proofs and illustrations.