On the recordDecember 7, 2009
Secretary Duncan has not been shy about his intention to dramatically reshape education through the Race to the Top Fund.
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congress.govGlenn Thompson: “Secretary Duncan has not been shy about his intention to dramatically reshape education through the Race to the Top…”
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Thompson comments on Duncan's aggressive approach to education reform.
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