'In the same way that the Soviets' Sputnik satellite woke up the country to the need for math and science education, the outsourcing conversation cries out for a constructive, long-term solution that ensures Americans have world-class education, a world-class workforce and the ability to remain a competitive global leader.' (2004)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Global competition requires long-term education investment to maintain leadership.
- In plain terms
- Education needs a fix to keep America competitive.
- What can you take from it?
- Invest in education to stay globally competitive.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is education the key to competitiveness?
- What else is needed?
Another view
Education alone cannot solve complex economic issues.
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