You and I know that by virtually every measure, sadly, Mississippi ranks near the bottom nationally--you know, 48th, 49th, 50th on many, many measures, and I just do not think that is fair to your children or to your State or to your State's economy.
Duncan highlights Mississippi's poor educational rankings and its impact on children and the economy.
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