The Matt Walsh Show Ep. 1582 - The Education System Is Failing, But Change Is Coming
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Apr 24, 2025 The podcast dives into the Trump administration's critique of the corrupt university system and recent efforts to reform U.S. education. It discusses the rise of 'dark woke' as a misguided strategy by Democrats, and challenges the portrayal of struggles faced by public figures like Michelle Obama. The conversation emphasizes the need for accountability in education, the viability of trade schools, and invites listeners to ponder the complexities of victim mentality while advocating for personal happiness and authenticity.
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Disparate Impact Harms Meritocracy
- Disparate impact law has forced companies to lower standards to avoid lawsuits despite the policies not being intentionally discriminatory.
- Meritocracy is seen as racist, causing mediocrity to become a legal norm in employment and education.
Trump Targets Education Reform
- The Trump administration issued executive orders to end disparate impact liability and reform university accreditations.
- Schools failing to prioritize merit risk losing federal funding, aiming to restore competence in education.
Men Opting Out of College
- In Lake County, Ohio, male college enrollment dropped 15 percentage points over a decade, much higher than the national average.
- The local four-year college president inherited a $5.6 million deficit amid a 20% decline in male student enrollment.