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By DFER on February 11, 2025

Statement from Jorge Elorza, CEO of Democrats for Education Reform, on the Senate Confirmation Hearing for Secretary of Education

As the Senate prepares to hold a confirmation hearing for Secretary of Education nominee Linda McMahon, DFER urges lawmakers to…

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