Ariel Taylor Smith, Senior Director of the National Parents Union Policy & Action Center, returns to discuss the state of education in the U.S.  We delve into the growing literacy crisis, examine the impact of conservative policies on schools, as well as Ariel provides insights into the potential implications of Project 2025. 

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