And think of this. Last year, two thirds of 8th graders in the United States couldn't read at grade level, the 8th grade level. And then also in the 8th grade, Almost three quarters of [8th graders in the United States] couldn't do, perform math proficiently at the 8th grade level. It is really hard to see how we can continue to compete and have a, an economy that allows all of our citizens to participate in and be prosperous, given the way we're kind of heading out. (23:53–24:00)
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