Issue Position: Education

Issue Position

About education
The difference a strong school and a good teacher can make has always been clear to me. Growing up, my mom was a special education teacher in Grand Rapids Public Schools. I saw the way her work impacted her students, many of whom came from less fortunate homes. And after working my way through college and law school, my own education opened up opportunities for me I never dreamed possible. I want to make sure my own sons have the educational opportunities to succeed here in Michigan.

In Congress, I'll be proud to:
1
Strengthen Michigan public schools and defend them from attempts to divert resources to for-profit schools.
2
Create opportunities for low and middle income students to attend college and work to help Michigan families escape the burden of crushing student debt.
3
Look for ways to create and expand job training and apprenticeship programs so that Michiganders who don't go to college learn a trade and prepare for 21st century jobs.

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