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Making Education a Priority in West Virginia

Jan 28, 201921 minEp. 4
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Episode description

Jim Justice announces that education will be a centerpiece of this legislative session during his State of the State Address.
Mark Curtis speaks with education leaders about how West Virginia can make that a reality.

In segment 1, Dale Lee, the President of the West Virginia Education Association discusses his issues with including education reform and raises in an omnibus bill and the influence of educators at the Capitol.

In segment 2, Dr. William Simmons, former President of Glenville State College talks about what skills educators need in the classroom in 2019.

In segment 3, Delegate Daniel Linville (R-Cabell) discusses the importance of expanding broadband connectivity in the Mountain State.

In segment 4, Delegate Rodney Miller (D-Boone) speaks about a bill he proposed aimed at helping voter rights in West Virginia for elderly who receive care at home after his mother was refused the right to vote.

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