An argument for the Common Core from the Center for American Progress: The standards help the military and military families.
The military case for the Common Core
Libby Nelson was Vox’s editorial director, politics and policy, leading coverage of how government action and inaction shape American life. Libby has more than a decade of policy journalism experience, including at Inside Higher Ed and Politico. She joined Vox in 2014.
Military families have to move. High standards for their kids don't have to move with them. #ForTheCore #CommonCore pic.twitter.com/wTf91gBz6I
— CAP Action (@CAPAction) May 12, 2014 How the #CommonCore Improves Education for Military-Connected Children --> http://t.co/i1IGWsFq5K pic.twitter.com/0Usq4cSL7b
— CAP Action (@CAPAction) May 12, 2014 A 2010 report from the Education Trust found that 23 percent of high school graduates can't pass the military's enlistment exam.
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