January 19, 2025 - 23:50

In several low-income communities that predominantly supported Trump in the last election, there is growing anxiety over proposed cuts to education funding. Residents are increasingly worried that these reductions could severely impact their local schools and the quality of education their children receive. Many families in these areas rely on public education as a pathway to better opportunities, and the prospect of diminished resources raises fears about the future.
Local leaders and educators are voicing their concerns, stressing that cuts could lead to larger class sizes, reduced staff, and a decline in essential programs that support students' academic and social development. For families who believed in the promises made during the campaign, the potential loss of educational resources feels like a betrayal. Community members are calling on their representatives to reconsider these budget cuts, emphasizing that investing in education is crucial for the prosperity of their neighborhoods and the nation as a whole. The situation highlights a growing divide between political promises and the realities faced by constituents.
January 31, 2026 - 05:10
**Proposed State Budget Cuts Threaten Education with Layoffs and Furloughs**A directive from the Legislature’s top budget officials has ignited a fierce debate, placing potential deep spending cuts squarely at the center of the 2026 legislative session. State agencies,...
January 30, 2026 - 23:16
Distinguished Professor Emerita Judit Moschkovich elected to the National Academy of EducationDistinguished Professor Emerita Judit Moschkovich of the University of California, Santa Cruz has been elected to the prestigious National Academy of Education. This honor recognizes her decades of...
January 30, 2026 - 12:14
Analysis: One big beautiful budget battle begins — with education in the line of fireA significant budget battle is now underway in the Idaho Statehouse, with legislative leaders methodically working to dismantle Governor Brad Little`s proposed spending and tax plans. This...
January 29, 2026 - 23:08
Funding approved for construction at Beaver County special education schoolAfter months of uncertainty, crucial funding has been approved for major construction at New Horizon, a Beaver County school serving students with special needs. The project, deemed essential after...