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Sharpton, Gingrich Push Prez on Schools

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(Newser) – Newt Gingrich and Al Sharpton ran into each other today at the White House, on purpose, to discuss education reform with President Obama, USA Today reports. Sharpton noted that they were “two who have not agreed on anything politically,” but joined in an effort to remedy a “crisis.” The two met with President Obama, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and Education Secretary Arne Duncan.

Gingrich, who’s had his troubles with Sharpton in the past, said education is “an issue that should bring all Americans together.” The group discussed charter schools and test scores, among other things. Bloomberg made clear what he thought was the most important issue: “Quality of teachers, quality of teachers, and quality of teachers.”

New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Rev. Al Sharpton, and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich try to determine who gets the microphone next.
New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Rev. Al Sharpton, and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich try to determine who gets the microphone next.   (AP Photo)
Education Secretary Arne Duncan, Rev. Al Sharpton, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich.
Education Secretary Arne Duncan, Rev. Al Sharpton, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich.   (AP Photo)
Sharpton and Gingrich.
Sharpton and Gingrich.   (AP Photo)
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ClingingToHope
May 7, 09 4:08 PM CDT
The basic issue with student performance in education is parental involvement. Urban schools "fail" because the parents of the students generally do not care about their children's education. Urban charter schools do well because the parents of those children are concerned enough to be involved. The government can't solve anything. Reply
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woody66
May 7, 09 5:29 PM CDT
I'm always flabbergasted by people who say that American democracy is exceptional; the shining beacon on the hill; the thing that they believe is worth fighting and dying for ...........then in the next breath say that the government can't solve anything. What's with that ? I love democarcy..it's the government I can't stand. To me the answer is more involvement by the populace in its government. If things aren't being done as well as they could be, get involved; demand excellence, accept nothing less, then pitch in to make it happen. What else can you do but either turn away or stand on the sidelines and throw grenades ? No matter what you think of Gingrich and Sharpton, they're in there pitching. More than can be said for a lot of us.
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Vostok
May 7, 09 8:30 PM CDT
Congrats Woody, you're a Socialist.
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TerrifiedCitizen
May 7, 09 4:13 PM CDT
May the first step is to try and make sure there are jobs for these kids when they do graduate... right now we have college graduates flipping burgers. Reply
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Observer
May 7, 09 4:38 PM CDT
What an odd couple. Both are notorious scumbags. Not exactly the right kind of role models for kids to look up to. Ya think? Reply
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