Issues, Etc. A Recent Report on the State of the US Public School System – Tim Goeglein, 4/23/25 (1132)
Apr 23, 2025
Tim Goeglein, Vice President at Focus on the Family and former White House liaison, discusses the alarming decline in U.S. public school performance, highlighting a lack of parental control over education. He argues for radical reforms and local governance to address these issues. The conversation emphasizes integrating moral values and community involvement into education, alongside exploring alternatives like homeschooling. Goeglein also sheds light on how faith-based approaches can revitalize schools and foster responsible citizenship.
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Long-term Decline in US Education
- The decline in US public school test scores has been ongoing for decades despite high funding.
- The crisis reflects cultural issues rather than financial ones in education.
Funding Isn't the Core Problem
- The US public school crisis is not due to funding shortages.
- Large financial resources fail to improve academic outcomes, indicating systemic cultural problems.
Power Shift in Education Governance
- Control over education has shifted from parents to education elites and bureaucrats.
- These progressive educrats are responsible for poor academic performance and cultural illiteracy.