What A Day The Miseducation Of Donald Trump feat. Former Sec. Arne Duncan
Mar 21, 2025
Arne Duncan, former Secretary of Education under President Obama, dives into the alarming impact of Trump's executive order aimed at dismantling the Department of Education. He emphasizes the potential devastation to public education and the threats to diversity and inclusion initiatives. Duncan warns about the risks to student aid and funding for marginalized communities. The discussion also touches on the political climate, where Republican decisions are jeopardizing education and democracy, calling for accountability and change amidst current challenges.
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Executive Order's Impact
- Trump's executive order to shut down the Department of Education is performative.
- It requires Congressional approval, which is unlikely.
Attacks on Higher Ed
- The administration's attacks on higher education target Black and brown communities.
- This is part of a white supremacist agenda, according to Arne Duncan.
Risk to Federal Student Aid
- Trump's actions have increased the risk of a catastrophic failure in federal student aid.
- Arne Duncan believes it is too risky to accept the Secretary of Education role.