A Former Education Secretary Isn't Giving Up On Public Schools: Margaret Spellings may be a Republican, but she doesn't love vouchers (though she doesn't think they're the end of the world, either).

The article emphasizes the need for improvements in Texas public education, noting that over 60% of students aren't at grade level in reading and math. Margaret Spellings, former U.S. Secretary of Education, discusses the impact of No Child Left Behind, the role of funding and the importance of preparing students for the workforce through programs like community college courses.