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Angela Harris on the finances, future of Milwaukee's schools

By Frederica Freyberg | Here & Now

June 7, 2024 • Southeast Region

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Black Educators Caucus MKE chairperson and teacher Angela Harris discusses financial struggles of Milwaukee Public Schools as top leadership changes prompt more calls for the district to be dissolved.

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