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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

Parents Gain More School Choice with Trump's New Pick

The 2024 election night brought a significant shift in K-12 education as pro-school-choice candidates won in states like Texas. This was alongside President-elect Trump's commitment to school choice. Trump's choice for Secretary of Education, Linda McMahon, is a strong supporter of school-choice leg

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Nov 21 2024EDUCATION

What's Next for Education with Linda McMahon?

President Trump's pick for the secretary of education, Linda McMahon, brings an interesting background from the world of wrestling. She's no stranger to business, having run the Small Business Administration before. But what does this mean for America's schools? Some think she'll push for more priva

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Nov 21 2024EDUCATION

The Importance of Arts in School: Why They Matter More Than Ever

Arts education in public schools is facing significant challenges, with potential cuts in funding and a shift in focus towards subjects like math, literacy, and science. But why should we care about arts education? The arts aren't just "nice-to-haves" but are essential for human expression, connecti

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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

The WWE's Linda McMahon: Accused of Ignoring Abuse

Linda McMahon, chosen by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Department of Education, is facing a lawsuit that alleges she and her husband, Vince, let a WWE employee sexually exploit children for decades. The lawsuit claims that Melvin Phillips Jr. , a ringside announcer, used his job to attrac

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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

How Firefighters Learn to Deal with Trauma: A Look at Mental Health Programs

Firefighters often face intense and traumatic situations. To help them cope, many mental health education programs have been created. This study delved into the experiences of firefighters who participated in these programs. It aimed to find out what worked well and what didn't, across different pro

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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

Meet Linda McMahon: From Wrestling to Trump's Education Pick

Linda McMahon might be leading the U. S. Department of Education, a department President Trump once vowed to demolish. She's no stranger to Trump's team, having already served under him as the Small Business Administration (SBA) head from 2017 to 2019. Now, she's back, this time with a new mission:

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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

Meet the New Education Chief: Former WWE CEO Joins Trump's Team

Ever heard of Linda McMahon? She's not just the wife of WWE's big boss, Vince McMahon. She's also got some serious business and political experience under her belt. Now, she's been tapped by Donald Trump to lead the U. S. Department of Education. This isn't her first rodeo in politics, though. She's

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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

Trump's Surprising Picks: McMahon for Education, Dr. Oz for Medicare

Yep, you heard it right! Donald Trump has some unusual choices for his cabinet. He's picking Linda McMahon, the co-founder of WWE, to lead the Education Department. Trump announced this pick on his Truth Social app, just after choosing TV doctor Mehmet Oz, also known as Dr. Oz, to head the Centers f

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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

How Dallas Politics Shaped Bible Lessons in Texas Schools

In Texas, a close vote to include Bible-infused lessons for elementary students in state schools turned on a twist of timing and politics. This happened in Dallas, where a temporary board member picked by Governor Greg Abbott swung the vote. Usually, the public elects these members, but this person,

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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Wrestling Mogul Linda McMahon Tapped for Education Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump surprised many by nominating Linda McMahon, a billionaire professional wrestling mogul, as his secretary of Education. McMahon, a major Republican donor and a champion of small businesses, doesn’t have a background in education. Trump highlighted her leadership experienc

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