The "Mississippi Miracle" And A Potential Blueprint To Fix America's Education System
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Democrats and Republicans have each blamed each other for the ongoing government shutdown. Democrats demand Republicans negotiate over the expiring Obamacare subsidies that have kept premiums lower than they otherwise would be for those using the Affordable Care Act. Republicans have said Democrats should pass a continuing resolution to keep the government fund ed and then negotiate subsidy extensions. Louisiana Republican Senator Bill Cassidy joins the Rundown to discuss the ongoing debates about health care policy.
Each time the nation's report card is released, the assessment fuels more debate about declining test scores and how to help students do better. However, in recent years, there's been a bright spot in Mississippi, particularly in the fourth grade, where students are improving their reading proficiency. Former Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant joins the
Rundown to discuss how his state has improved children's literacy scores.
Plus, commentary from FOX News Digital columnist David Marcus.
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