Gutting the Department of Education Hurts All Americans.

The article focuses on the consequences of efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, which the author describes as a civil rights agency essential for protecting educational access, especially for underserved communities. It highlights concerns that reducing the Department’s staff and withholding over $6 billion in funding will disrupt programs critical to students, including special education and student loan management, disproportionately affecting rural and low-income districts. The author also critiques the Supreme Court’s decision allowing significant cuts and the federal government’s increasing control over education, arguing that these actions undermine Congress’s responsibilities and harm the nation’s educational and economic future. Despite these challenges, the author expresses optimism in the dedication of educators and communities to support students.