Why Public Schools Are Worth Fighting For

Jennifer C. Berkshire, a journalist specializing in education, and Jack Schneider, an education scholar and author, dive into the critical state of public schools. They discuss the unrealistic expectations placed on schools to solve societal issues like poverty. The conversation highlights the polarization in public education and challenges the narratives about school failures. They also address the threats posed by privatization and the need for renewed support to preserve these democratic institutions as a vital part of American society.