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The Answer Sheet - Ronald Reagan's impact on education today

The Answer Sheet - Ronald Reagan's impact on education today

Ronald Reagan's impact on education today

By Valerie Strauss

In the category of "the more things change the more they stay the same," it is interesting to look back at Ronald Reagan's education views on the 100th anniversary of his birth. The issues that were controversial back then -- merit pay, standardized testing, vouchers -- remain so today.

Reagan may best be known for his oft-stated desire to eliminate the Department of Education. What some may forget is that he changed his mind. Here are some of his positions on education issues:

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