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Rahm Lays Out School Reform Ideas | NBC Chicago

Rahm Lays Out School Reform Ideas | NBC Chicago

Rahm Lays Out School Reform Ideas

Rahm Lays Out School Reform Ideas

Rahm Emanuel says Chicago schools will be a top priority in his campaign for mayor of Chicago.

In a sit-down with the Chicago Tribune, Emanuel said the city should launch its own version of President Obama's Race To the Top program, which gives money to states with the best plans for education reform.

He said it can be done with private funding.

"We've raised a ton of money for the Olympics. Let's raise a ton of money for school reform. Let's not wait for the feds," he said.

He also criticized teachers' unions for their opposition to the initiative and said the city can do a better job promoting parental



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