More on education

Last week I caused a bit of controversy with my argument that former Gov. Ehrlich's plan to cut funding, in order to fulfill fiscally irresponsible campaign promises, might undercut the accomplishments of Maryland schools under current Gov. O'Malley.  To name a few:


Graduation Rate Rises, Dropout Rate Falls for Class of 2010 
Maryland Students Make Broad Gains on National Test 
Maryland Awarded $250 Million Race to the Top Grant 


Obviously (as I am writing for the College Democrats), it was implied that O'Malley is the stronger candidate when it comes to education.  I stand by that argument, but some people wanted more information.  In that case, you can read what the National Education Association, who recently awarded the governor with their "America's Greatest Education Governor" award, has to say.


You're also welcome to take a look at Ehrlich's campaign website, where they promise "Governor Bob Ehrlich will continue to invest in our public schools and ensure that all of our students and teachers are the primary beneficiaries of those investments."  Isn't that a contradiction?

Mitch

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For more information on Maryland education and the importance of funding check out the links after the break.

• O'Malley/Brown 2010 - Education
• Maryland State Department of Education
• Bloomberg Praises O'Malley Education Investments
• President Obama Weekly Address: Strengthening Education, Not Cutting It
• Education Compare