The Department of Education was established in 1980 with the stated goal of improving education outcomes for American students. Nearly four decades and $3 trillion in taxpayer dollars later, national test scores in reading have not reflected that promise. The piece examines whether the department's track record justifies its continued existence and the massive public funding it receives.
The Department of Education was established in 1980 with the promise of improving education outcomes for America’s students. $3 trillion in taxpayer dollars later, national test scores in reading, ...
