Education Funding and Department of Education
Rep. Jahana Hayes acknowledges that American students are behind in education but argues against dismantling the Department of Education, stating that the issue is mostly in red states failing to invest in education. She emphasizes the need for congressional oversight and fixing the system.
Key Points
- Education is handled at the local level
- External factors like hunger, housing insecurity, and lack of family support impact student learning
- Congressional oversight is needed to address shortcomings in education
Pros
- Congressional oversight can help in improving education outcomes
- Recognizing the external factors affecting student learning
Cons
- Dismantling the Department of Education may not be the solution
- Issues with education funding allocation