#1569: The Link Between Education & Democracy

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#1569: The Link Between Education & Democracy | The Best Of Our Knowledge

Oct 16 2020 | 00:27:32

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Show Notes

It’s no secret, America’s public schools are not having a stellar year. As the country continues to grapple with COVID-19, economic uncertainty, and social unrest, securing the funding needed to ensure a well-rounded, top-quality education for all of our nation’s students, from pre-K to grade 12, seems more difficult than ever. So why shouldn’t concerned […]

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