Revealing the Flaws in Our Education System: How It Fails Our Children and What Trump Can Do to Create Positive Change

Critical race theory, social and emotional learning, and social justice topics are often part of discussions in American education. Some people support these ideas, but many parents just want their kids to learn the basics—math, reading, and science—before they graduate.

In recent years, debates about gender and sexuality have taken center stage. Issues like Title IX changes and transgender rights have sparked heated conversations. Through all this, many parents remain focused on one goal: ensuring their children graduate with the skills they need to succeed in life.

Sadly, too many students are slipping through the cracks. They leave school without essential knowledge. Parents expect better from their community schools, but often feel their children are lost in a system that doesn’t cater to individual needs.

What can be done? One step forward might be to shift control of education back to the states, as allowed by the 10th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Local authorities understand their communities better, and this would allow for more tailored educational approaches.

During his presidency, Donald Trump promised changes in education. He suggested that the federal Department of Education could be dismantled. The way to do that is crucial. One option is to move student loans back into the private sector. Federal management often leads to taxpayer burdens, making it harder to find effective solutions like student loan forgiveness.

Moreover, cutting unnecessary government contracts in education could save money. Many contracts serve interests that don’t help students, like those that benefit unions or consultants. Reducing these can ease the federal government’s control, allowing for a more local and practical educational approach.

A good education is vital for a healthy society. Yet, since the federal Department of Education was established in 1979, we’ve seen a rise in bureaucratic rules that often don’t help students. A standardized education model isn’t one-size-fits-all; it often leaves many behind, hurting both individual futures and the nation’s progress.

When we overlook our children’s education, we jeopardize our nation’s future.