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Brad Pfaff: “Education is the bedrock of our democracy.”

Featuring: Brad Pfaff, Democratic | Wisconsin Senate, 32nd District

Wisconsin 3rd Congressional District, US House debate

Published July 26, 2022 | Video Starts at 18:07

The former US Education Secretary recently said she doesn't believe there should be a department of Education. As a member of Congress, what would you do to support our Well, thank you for that question. Education is the bedrock of our democracy. Education is the great equalizer for all of us within our economy. As a Wisconsin state senator, I fought hard to make sure that we continue to provide the resources for our schools, may they be rural or urban. (18:07–18:09)

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