Issue Position: Strengthening Illinois' Public Educational System

Issue Position

Education is a fundamental building block for our society. By building a robust and equitable education system from pre-K to graduation day, we will ensure that every student has the tools they need to live a fulfilling and productive life. Education is a key to social mobility and money spent on education reduces the taxpayers' cost of remedial and corrective services. I have spent more than 15 years in the public education system. I have seen how focusing on the early years of children's lives is the best investment we can make as a society in ensuring their future success. I have also seen how inequitable school funding can be. I will fight for adequate and equitable school funding. I am committed to ensuring all our schools are the highest possible quality. I will fight to expand access to pre-K education and work to make Illinois colleges and vocational training obtainable for all.

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