McMahon's Education Smackdown for Students

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5 things to know about Linda McMahon, Trump’s pick for Education secretary
The Hill, By Lexi Lonas Cochran, on November 19, 2024
https://thehill.com/homenews/education/4999123-5-things-to-know-about-linda-mcmahon-trumps-pick-for-education-secretary/
Linda McMahon, best known as the former WWE CEO and head of the Small Business Administration under the Trump administration, has been nominated for the role of Secretary of Education. However, her nomination has sparked widespread criticism due to her lack of experience in education. Critics are particularly alarmed by her support for charter schools, voucher systems, and the privatization of education, which could divert essential public funds to private institutions and further undermine public education. Additionally, her close ties to the America First Policy Institute raise concerns about an agenda aimed at dismantling the Department of Education and rolling back programs that promote equity and inclusion. Many argue that this nomination represents a larger trend in politics where ideological agendas and corporate interests take precedence over the genuine needs of students, teachers, and public schools, potentially jeopardizing the future of American education.
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