We need to keep it strong to fill up the gas tank and shore up that foundation for our current generation of students and the generations to come. Public libraries and public schools are the foundation, … If public schools are no longer funded, it would mean a critical juncture for our democracy, communities, and families. … decision to invest in public schools and libraries. Education is. And libraries are all about changing the world. And thank goodness, because the world is always changing. (35:03–35:12)
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Asserts that defunding public schools would have significant negative implications for democracy, communities, and families.
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