Pres. of the American Federation of Teachers: Not Everyone Needs College
Season 2025
Episode 7226
About the Episode
With the U.S. Department of Education facing the threat of billions of dollars in proposed cuts. Randi Weingarten, the President of the American Federation of Teachers, wants to offer an alternative future for American public education. In her view, it's one that should prepare some students for pathways besides college. Weingarten discusses her vision and the obstacles standing in its way.
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